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HOD Humanities

₹11L – ₹14L / yr7–10 yrsCloses 5 Sept
Howrah, West Bengalfull-timePosted 9d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Eastern Railway Hindi School
City
Howrah
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹14L per year
Experience
7–10 years
Posted
23 Jun 2026
Closing date
5 Sept 2026
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HOD Humanities

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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 invited for a HOD Humanities at Eastern Railway Hindi School in Howrah, West Bengal. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. About Eastern Railway Hindi School: a secondary institution in Howrah, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1948,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹10.7 LPA – ₹14.0 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Eastern Railway Hindi School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

How much experience do I need for this HOD Humanities role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

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.

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.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

Eastern Railway Hindi School

Key facts about Eastern Railway Hindi School

Key facts
Founded
1948
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
TAPASI MAJUMDER
Affiliation #
2480022
Address
7, JENYNS ROAD, P.O. LILUAH,P.S. BELUR, DISTT. HOWRAH, STATE WEST BENGAL PIN-711204, 7, Howrah, West Bengal

Eastern Railway Hindi School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1948, located in Howrah, West Bengal.

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