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HOD Humanities

₹8.0L – ₹9.5L / yr7–9 yrsCloses 14 Aug
Dehradun, Uttarakhandfull-timePosted 28d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Doon Valley International School, Sahaspur
City
Dehradun
State
Uttarakhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.0L – ₹9.5L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
4 Jun 2026
Closing date
14 Aug 2026
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HOD Humanities

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join the faculty at Doon Valley International School, Sahaspur as a HOD Humanities in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Doon Valley International School, Sahaspur, established 2021, is a senior secondary school in Dehradun, Uttarakhand — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Position: as HOD Humanities, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
  • Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
  • A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
  • Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
  • Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹8.0 LPA – ₹9.5 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Doon Valley International School, Sahaspur. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

Is there a probation period?

Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

What qualifications are required for a HOD Humanities?

Most HOD Humanities roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
3
About the school

Doon Valley International School, Sahaspur

Key facts about Doon Valley International School, Sahaspur

Key facts
Founded
2021
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
KALPANA GUPTA
Affiliation #
3530666
Address
SAHASPUR, DEHRADUN, Sahaspur, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, 248125

Doon Valley International School, Sahaspur is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2021, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

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