HOD Humanities — Gokhale Memorial Girls School Vacancy at Gokhale Memorial Girls School, Kolkata
Gokhale Memorial Girls SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities — Gokhale Memorial Girls School
- School
- Gokhale Memorial Girls School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.4L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 8–12 years
- Posted
- 21 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Gokhale Memorial Girls School, a CBSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a HOD Humanities.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
About the school: Welcome to Gokhale Memorial Girls' School Gokhale Memorial Girls' School was founded on the 20 th of April 1920 by Smt. Sarala Ray. She worked out a scheme to prove that "Education meant development of thought and culture- that education brought in wider outlook of life." Our Goal Our goal is to form women alive to the needs of our world, with the knowledge which gives them power to act, and motivated by the love which gives them power to act, and motivated by the love which gives them purpose and wisdom in their action. The education of girls from every social background has to be undertaken so that there can be produced not only women of refined talents but also those great souled persons who are so desperately needed by our times. Our school is a centre of human formation where every child is welcomed and loved.
Common questions about this role
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
About Gokhale Memorial Girls School
Welcome to Gokhale Memorial Girls' School Gokhale Memorial Girls' School was founded on the 20 th of April 1920 by Smt. Sarala Ray. She worked out a scheme to prove that "Education meant development of thought and culture- that education brought in wider outlook of life." Our Goal Our goal is to form women alive to the needs of our world, with the knowledge which gives them power to act, and motivated by the love which gives them power to act, and motivated by the love which gives them purpose and wisdom in their action. The education of girls from every social background has to be undertaken so that there can be produced not only women of refined talents but also those great souled persons who are so desperately needed by our times. Our school is a centre of human formation where every child is welcomed and loved.
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