HOD Humanities

Jss Primary School· Est. 2013 · CBSE · Mandya
₹7.6L – ₹9.9LCBSEfull-timeOn-site7–9 yrs1 openingsCloses 13 Sep
● posted 24 May

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 handle

·Set the subject's annual scope-and-sequence.
·Hire and onboard new subject teachers.
·Run weekly department meetings.
·Moderate assessments and exam papers for the subject.
·Own subject-level board results and improvement plans.

Requirements

Role details

Vacancies
1

Working in a CBSE school

This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Mandya.

  1. Coordinator
  2. Academic Coordinator
  3. Vice Principal
  4. Principal

Salary & benefits

₹7.6L – ₹9.9L / yr

Pay benchmark — HOD Humanities in Mandya

₹7.6L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹7.6L – ₹9.9L / yr
TYPICAL
₹9.9L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

Join Jss Primary School in Mandya, Karnataka as our next HOD Humanities. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Jss Primary School, established 2013, is a secondary school in Mandya, Karnataka — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Position: as HOD Humanities, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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 and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹7.6 LPA – ₹9.9 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Jss Primary School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Jss Primary School
CBSE · Secondary Level · Mandya · Est. 2013
2013
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
Secondary Level
LEVEL
NISHA MANIGANDAN
PRINCIPAL
830945
AFFILIATION
Mandya, Karnataka
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