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HOD Humanities

₹8.1L – ₹12L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 9 Sept
Chandigarh, Chandigarhfull-timePosted 4d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Govt High School, Sect 24 A
City
Chandigarh
State
Chandigarh
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.1L – ₹12L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
28 Jun 2026
Closing date
9 Sept 2026
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HOD Humanities

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  • 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

Govt High School, Sect 24 A invites applications for a HOD Humanities in Chandigarh, Chandigarh. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. School profile: Govt High School, Sect 24 A in Chandigarh, Chandigarh — a secondary setup, established 1966, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Context: the HOD Humanities reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹8.1 LPA – ₹11.9 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. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Govt High School, Sect 24 A instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Common questions about this role

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Govt High School, Sect 24 A follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.

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.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Govt High School, Sect 24 A

Key facts about Govt High School, Sect 24 A

Key facts
Founded
1966
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Seema Arora
Affiliation #
2620047
Address
SECT 24 A CHANDIGARH, Sect 24 A, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, 160

Govt High School, Sect 24 A is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1966, located in Chandigarh, Chandigarh.

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