HOD Humanities

We are looking for a HOD Humanities to join Govt.higher Secondary School Trespone in Kargil, Ladakh. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. Govt.higher Secondary School Trespone, established 1950, is a senior secondary school in Kargil, Ladakh — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
• Salary structured fairly across roles (₹7.4 LPA – ₹23.8 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. Submit your application on this page and Govt.higher Secondary School Trespone will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.