HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Hillgrange Preparatory School
- City
- Dehradun
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Secondary
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹10L – ₹19L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 26 Aug 2026
HOD Humanities salary in Dehradun — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
ICSE schools sit close to the CBSE band, with 5-10% variance by chain.
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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 40+ years.
Job description
Overview
Hillgrange Preparatory School in Dehradun, Uttarakhand is inviting applications for a HOD Humanities. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. Hillgrange Preparatory School in Dehradun, Uttarakhand is a secondary institution — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school, established 1986,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹10.2 LPA – ₹18.6 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Hillgrange Preparatory School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a HOD Humanities?
Most HOD Humanities roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Hillgrange Preparatory School follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
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.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
Does Hillgrange Preparatory School help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Dehradun offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
What is the average HOD Humanities salary in Dehradun?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Humanities pay in Dehradun 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.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
Where exactly is Hillgrange Preparatory School located?
The school is in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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Role details
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- 3
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Key facts about Hillgrange Preparatory School
- Founded
- 1986
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
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