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HOD Humanities

₹8.7L – ₹19L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 22 Aug
North Sikkim, SikkimcontractPosted 8d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Govt. Sr. Sec. School
City
North Sikkim
State
Sikkim
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹8.7L – ₹19L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
24 Jun 2026
Closing date
22 Aug 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.
  • Established school — running for 64+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Govt. Sr. Sec. School has opened applications for a HOD Humanities in North Sikkim, Sikkim. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. Govt. Sr. Sec. School in North Sikkim, Sikkim functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1962,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. 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. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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 (₹8.7 LPA – ₹18.7 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Govt. Sr. Sec. School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

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.

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.

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.

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.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
2
About the school

Govt. Sr. Sec. School

Key facts about Govt. Sr. Sec. School

Key facts
Founded
1962
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Paritosh Pathak
Affiliation #
1820120
Address
KALZANG, GYATSO NORTH SIKKIM, Kalzang, North Sikkim, Sikkim, 737126

Govt. Sr. Sec. School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1962, located in North Sikkim, Sikkim.

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