HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Govt. Middle School
- City
- Chandigarh
- State
- Chandigarh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.5L – ₹20L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 1 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 24 Jul 2026
HOD Humanities salary in Chandigarh — snapshot
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HOD Humanities
at Govt. Middle 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
Govt. Middle School is hiring a HOD Humanities in Chandigarh, Chandigarh. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. Govt. Middle School, established 1994, is a secondary school in Chandigarh, Chandigarh — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. What the role looks like: the HOD Humanities owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹7.5 LPA – ₹20.3 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Submit your application on this page and Govt. Middle School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
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.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Humanities role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Humanities application — Govt. Middle School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Govt. Middle School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Govt. Middle School
Key facts about Govt. Middle School
- Founded
- 1994
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- Sonia Jaiswal
- Affiliation #
- 2620256
Govt. Middle School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1994, located in Chandigarh, Chandigarh.
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