HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Hps Poornaprajna
- City
- Chikkamagaluru
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.9L – ₹19L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 16 May 2026
- Closing date
- 11 Jul 2026
HOD Humanities salary in Chikkamagaluru — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
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HOD Humanities
at Hps Poornaprajna
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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.
Job description
Overview
An opening for a HOD Humanities in Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka at Hps Poornaprajna. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. About the institution: Hps Poornaprajna in Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka — a secondary setup, established 1978, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. What the role looks like: the HOD Humanities owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹7.9 LPA – ₹19.2 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Hps Poornaprajna. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
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 Chikkamagaluru.
Where exactly is Hps Poornaprajna located?
The school is in Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Humanities role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Humanities application — Hps Poornaprajna"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Hps Poornaprajna and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Hps Poornaprajna
Key facts about Hps Poornaprajna
- Founded
- 1978
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- Jayaprakash H
- Affiliation #
- 831442
Hps Poornaprajna is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1978, located in Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka.
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