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HOD Humanities

₹11L – ₹14L / yr7–10 yrsCloses 14 Jul 11 days left
United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schoolsfull-timePosted 47d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Dunes International School
City
United Arab Emirates
State
Foreign Schools
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹14L per year
Experience
7–10 years
Posted
17 May 2026
Closing date
14 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in United Arab Emirates — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11L
per year
Typical
₹12.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹14.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

at Dunes International School

11 days left

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Applications are open for a HOD Humanities at Dunes International School in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Dunes International School, established 1988, is a senior secondary school in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹11.0 LPA – ₹14.1 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Dunes International School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

Where can I find similar vacancies?

Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (United Arab Emirates), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.

How do I write an application email for this HOD Humanities role?

Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.

What does a typical day look like?

Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.

What questions are asked in a HOD Humanities interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?

Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.

Who fits

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About the school

Dunes International School

Key facts about Dunes International School

Key facts
Founded
1988
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
PARAMJIT AHLUWALIA
Affiliation #
6630051
Address
PO BOX NO 5121 ABU DHABI UAE, Box No 5121, United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools, 263647

Dunes International School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1988, located in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools.

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