HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Greenwood High International School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- IB Board
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.0L – ₹23.7L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 3 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Jul 2026
HOD Humanities salary in Bangalore — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
IB schools typically pay 25-40% above the CBSE median for the same experience.
Apply for HOD Humanities at Greenwood High International School
Send your CV as a PDF. A short cover note in the email body helps.
Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
- Established school — running for 22+ years.
Job description
Overview
Applications are invited for a HOD Humanities at Greenwood High International School in Bangalore, Karnataka. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. About Greenwood High International School in Bangalore, Karnataka: a senior secondary institution, established 2004, — a IB-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. 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. 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. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹9.0 LPA – ₹23.7 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Greenwood High International School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
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 do I write an application email for this HOD Humanities role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Humanities application — Greenwood High International School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Greenwood High International School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.
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 questions are asked in a HOD Humanities interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Humanities roles in Bangalore.
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.
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 remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
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- 3
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Key facts about Greenwood High International School
- Founded
- 2004
- Board
- IB Board
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 9:1
Greenwood High International School is a highly reputed Day cum Boarding co-educational English medium school. It offers programs from K-12 levels in varied curriculums like ICSE, ISC, IGCSE & IBDP. It was established in 2004 in Bangalore, the vibrant IT capital of India. It is the one and only 8 National Award-winning school in this region. The school has been consistently ranked among the top Schools in the country over the Years by various Ranking agencies & Surveys. The motto of the school is to provide a fresh perspective on education, one that marries the talents of each child to the opportunities afforded by the present-day social milieu. Every student at Greenwood is presented the opportunity to explore their talents, nurture their intellect, think creatively, and grow to his or her fullest potential. The School strives to inculcate awareness of a core value system based on personal responsibility, commitment, and empathy.
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