PGT History
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Key facts
- Role
- PGT History
- School
- Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School
- City
- Mussoorie
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.5L – ₹6.9L per year
- Experience
- 2–7 years
- Posted
- 21 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 24 Aug 2026
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 57+ years.
Job description
Overview
Applications are invited for a PGT History at Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School, established 1969, is a senior secondary campus in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Details: a hands-on teaching role with clear classroom responsibilities. The PGT History is expected to plan rigorously, teach with energy, assess fairly, and contribute to school life. What you will do:
- Own subject delivery across the assigned classes.
- Differentiate instruction so mixed-ability classrooms see steady progress.
- Design classroom assessments and support the examination cycle.
- Maintain academic records on the school's ERP.
- Support events, exhibitions, and parent meetings as needed. Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's in the subject; B.Ed. preferred.
- Strong subject knowledge and clear classroom communication.
- Experience with the relevant grade level (high-potential freshers welcome).
- Good classroom management with mixed-ability learners.
- Comfortable with the school's ERP and digital classroom tools. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹2.5 LPA – ₹6.9 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
How do I write an application email for this PGT History role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "PGT History application — Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
What is the salary for this PGT History role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
How much experience do I need for this PGT History 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.
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 apply for this PGT History vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
How do I make a resume for a ICSE PGT History job?
Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.
Can I negotiate the salary at Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
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Key facts about Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School
- Founded
- 1969
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 15:1
Established in 1969, Situated in Mussoorie, Himachal Pradesh. Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School is an ICSE & CISCE board-coed residential school having a vision of a better human society. The school boasts 480 students and 50 full-time teachers. It follows a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. The 85 acres of campus hosts modern classrooms, computer labs, an auditorium, and a spacious library. GNFCS focuses on innovative learning through digital gadgets and provides individual assistance for IIT/JEE. Vocational training is an integral part of the school curriculum with advanced sports facilities on both campuses. GNFCS is the top-ranked school in its region and provides the students with wholesome balanced vegetarian and eggetarian meals, adequate facilities to play games & exercise regularly.
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