HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Gautam Buddha International School
- City
- Ranchi
- State
- Jharkhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.4L – ₹9.8L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 21 Aug 2026
HOD Humanities salary in Ranchi — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Humanities
at Gautam Buddha International School
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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
Gautam Buddha International School has opened applications for a HOD Humanities in Ranchi, Jharkhand. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. Gautam Buddha International School, established 2003, is a secondary school in Ranchi, Jharkhand — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. About the role: the HOD Humanities is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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 (₹8.4 LPA – ₹9.8 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Gautam Buddha International School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
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How do I write an application email for this HOD Humanities role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Humanities application — Gautam Buddha International School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Gautam Buddha International School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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.
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 is the average HOD Humanities salary in Ranchi?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Humanities roles in Ranchi. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD Humanities job?
Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Gautam Buddha International School
Key facts about Gautam Buddha International School
- Founded
- 2003
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- SEVA SHAHI
- Affiliation #
- 3430194
Gautam Buddha International School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Ranchi, Jharkhand.
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