HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Govt SEC School, Chotasamdong
- City
- West Sikkim
- State
- Sikkim
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹24L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 1 Aug 2026
HOD Humanities salary in West Sikkim — snapshot
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HOD Humanities
at Govt SEC School, Chotasamdong
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 51+ years.
Job description
Overview
Govt SEC School, Chotasamdong in West Sikkim, Sikkim is accepting applications for a HOD Humanities. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. About the institution: Govt SEC School, Chotasamdong in West Sikkim, Sikkim — a senior secondary setup, established 1975, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. 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. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹12.4 LPA – ₹24.2 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Govt SEC School, Chotasamdong hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Common questions about this role
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Govt SEC School, Chotasamdong follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Govt SEC School, Chotasamdong
Key facts about Govt SEC School, Chotasamdong
- Founded
- 1975
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- RAJU SHARMA
- Affiliation #
- 1820194
Govt SEC School, Chotasamdong is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1975, located in West Sikkim, Sikkim.
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