HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Guru Hari Singh Sen. Sec. School Jiwannagar
- City
- Sirsa
- State
- Haryana
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11.6L – ₹13.0L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 22 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 31 Aug 2026
HOD Humanities salary in Sirsa — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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- 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
We are looking for a HOD Humanities to join Guru Hari Singh Sen. Sec. School Jiwannagar in Sirsa, Haryana. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. Guru Hari Singh Sen. Sec. School Jiwannagar is a senior secondary campus in Sirsa, Haryana — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Role: as HOD Humanities, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹11.6 LPA – ₹13.0 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Guru Hari Singh Sen. Sec. School Jiwannagar academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
What is the average HOD Humanities salary in Sirsa?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Humanities pay in Sirsa varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Humanities role?
Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.
How do I apply for this HOD Humanities vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
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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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Key facts about Guru Hari Singh Sen. Sec. School Jiwannagar
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-12
- Students
- 420
- Staff
- 20
Guru Hari Singh Sen. Sec. School Jiwannagar is a private unaided (recognized), located in Sirsa, Haryana, offering 1-12. The campus serves around 420 students with a teaching and support team of about 20. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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