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HOD Humanities

₹7.6L – ₹24L / yr5–8 yrsCloses 1 Aug 29 days left
Dehradun, UttarakhandcontractPosted 19d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Doon Valley Public School
City
Dehradun
State
Uttarakhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹7.6L – ₹24L per year
Experience
5–8 years
Posted
13 Jun 2026
Closing date
1 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Dehradun — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹7.6L
per year
Typical
₹15.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹24.2L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

at Doon Valley Public School

29 days left

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Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 44+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Doon Valley Public School requires a HOD Humanities in Dehradun, Uttarakhand for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. Doon Valley Public School in Dehradun, Uttarakhand operates as a senior secondary school, established 1982, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Humanities leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹7.6 LPA – ₹24.2 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Submit your application on this page and Doon Valley Public School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.

Common questions about this role

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

Is accommodation provided?

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

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
3
About the school

Doon Valley Public School

Key facts about Doon Valley Public School

Key facts
Founded
1982
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
G.K SHIMAL
Affiliation #
3530044
Address
GARHI CANTT DEHRADUN, Garhi Cantt, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, 248003

Doon Valley Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1982, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

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