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HOD Humanities

at Kalpana Kendhriya Academy · Tiruchirappalli · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹13L – ₹23L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 20 Jul 17 days left
Tiruchirappalli, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 44d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Kalpana Kendhriya Academy
City
Tiruchirappalli
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹13L – ₹23L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
20 May 2026
Closing date
20 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Tiruchirappalli — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.6L
per year
Typical
₹17.7L
per year
Senior / high
₹22.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

at Kalpana Kendhriya Academy

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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

Join the faculty at Kalpana Kendhriya Academy as a HOD Humanities in Tiruchirappalli, Tamilnadu. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Kalpana Kendhriya Academy in Tiruchirappalli, Tamilnadu functions as a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2011,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Humanities leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹12.6 LPA – ₹22.9 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Submit your application on this page and Kalpana Kendhriya Academy will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.

Common questions about this role

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 Tiruchirappalli.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.

How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?

Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this HOD Humanities listing is usually welcome.

Can I negotiate the salary at Kalpana Kendhriya Academy?

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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Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?

Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD Humanities 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.

What is the average HOD Humanities salary in Tiruchirappalli?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Humanities roles in Tiruchirappalli. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

Is background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

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About the school

Kalpana Kendhriya Academy

Key facts about Kalpana Kendhriya Academy

Key facts
Founded
2011
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
ANBARASAN K
Affiliation #
1930466
Address
MURUGOOR CROSS, ATTUR MAIN ROAD, MURUGOOR, THURAIYUR, TIRUCHIRAPPALLI, TAMILNADU, Murugoor Cross, Tiruchirappalli, Tamilnadu, 621010

Kalpana Kendhriya Academy is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2011, located in Tiruchirappalli, Tamilnadu.

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