HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Kaviraj Khazan Chand Quetta DAV Sr. Sec. School
- City
- South Delhi
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹18L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 26 May 2026
- Closing date
- 30 Jul 2026
HOD Humanities salary in South Delhi — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 70+ years.
Job description
Overview
Applications are open for a HOD Humanities at Kaviraj Khazan Chand Quetta DAV Sr. Sec. School in South Delhi, Delhi. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Kaviraj Khazan Chand Quetta DAV Sr. Sec. School, established 1956, is a senior secondary school in South Delhi, Delhi — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹12.0 LPA – ₹18.2 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 Kaviraj Khazan Chand Quetta DAV Sr. Sec. School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
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.
Can I negotiate the salary at Kaviraj Khazan Chand Quetta DAV Sr. Sec. School?
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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in South Delhi run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.
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 South Delhi.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
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.
What is the average HOD Humanities salary in South Delhi?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Humanities roles in South Delhi. 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.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
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Role details
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- 3
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Key facts about Kaviraj Khazan Chand Quetta DAV Sr. Sec. School
- Founded
- 1956
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- ARVIND KUMAR SHARMA
- Affiliation #
- 2774003
Kaviraj Khazan Chand Quetta DAV Sr. Sec. School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1956, located in South Delhi, Delhi.
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