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HOD Humanities

₹8.8L – ₹24L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 28 Aug
Giridih, Jharkhandfull-timePosted 13d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Holy Cross School
City
Giridih
State
Jharkhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.8L – ₹24L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
20 Jun 2026
Closing date
28 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Giridih — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹8.8L
per year
Typical
₹16.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹23.8L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

at Holy Cross School

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Why apply

  • 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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Holy Cross School in Giridih, Jharkhand is on the lookout for a HOD Humanities. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. Holy Cross School, established 2008, is a senior secondary campus in Giridih, Jharkhand — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Context: the HOD Humanities reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹8.8 LPA – ₹23.8 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 Holy Cross School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

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 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 Giridih.

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.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

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.

How do I apply for this HOD Humanities vacancy?

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About the school

Holy Cross School

Key facts about Holy Cross School

Key facts
Founded
2008
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SHANTHI DORETHI DSOUZA
Affiliation #
3430360
Address
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL PACHAMBA PO GIRIDIH DISTRICT, Holy Cross School, Giridih, Jharkhand, 815316

Holy Cross School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2008, located in Giridih, Jharkhand.

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