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HOD Humanities

₹8.7L – ₹12L / yr7–10 yrsCloses 19 Aug
East Sikkim, Sikkimfull-timePosted 7d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Govt. SEC School, Penlong
City
East Sikkim
State
Sikkim
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.7L – ₹12L per year
Experience
7–10 years
Posted
25 Jun 2026
Closing date
19 Aug 2026
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HOD Humanities

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join Govt. SEC School, Penlong in East Sikkim, Sikkim as our next HOD Humanities. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Govt. SEC School, Penlong in East Sikkim, Sikkim operates as a secondary school, established 1961, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. 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. 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 (₹8.7 LPA – ₹12.5 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Govt. SEC School, Penlong. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Govt. SEC School, Penlong follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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.

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Vacancies
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About the school

Govt. SEC School, Penlong

Key facts about Govt. SEC School, Penlong

Key facts
Founded
1961
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
KARMA CHIMEE BHUTIA
Affiliation #
1820067
Address
PENLONG EAST SIKKIM, Penlong, East Sikkim, Sikkim, 737126

Govt. SEC School, Penlong is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1961, located in East Sikkim, Sikkim.

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