HOD Humanities
at Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla International School · Kolhapur · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla International School
- City
- Kolhapur
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10.8L – ₹17.7L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 10 Aug 2026
HOD Humanities salary in Kolhapur — snapshot
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Why apply
- 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.
Job description
Overview
An opening for a HOD Humanities in Kolhapur, Maharashtra at Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla International School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla International School in Kolhapur, Maharashtra operates as a secondary school — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Role: as HOD Humanities, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹10.8 LPA – ₹17.7 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla International School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
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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.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
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.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.
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.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
Where exactly is Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla International School located?
The school is in Kolhapur, Maharashtra. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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Key facts about Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla International School
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary
Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla International School is a secondary affiliated to CBSE, located in Kolhapur, Maharashtra.
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