HOD Humanities
at Kendriya Vidyalaya Iit Patna · Patna · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Kendriya Vidyalaya Iit Patna
- City
- Patna
- State
- Bihar
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹27L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 28 Jul 2026
HOD Humanities salary in Patna — snapshot
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Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Humanities
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Job description
Overview
Join the faculty at Kendriya Vidyalaya Iit Patna as a HOD Humanities in Patna, Bihar. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. School profile: Kendriya Vidyalaya Iit Patna in Patna, Bihar — a senior secondary setup, established 2020, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. 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. 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 (₹12.4 LPA – ₹26.8 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 through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Kendriya Vidyalaya Iit Patna reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Humanities role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Humanities application — Kendriya Vidyalaya Iit Patna"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Kendriya Vidyalaya Iit Patna and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
What is the salary for this HOD Humanities role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Kendriya Vidyalaya Iit Patna
Key facts about Kendriya Vidyalaya Iit Patna
- Founded
- 2020
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- DR JAY KUMAR JHA
- Affiliation #
- 300150
Kendriya Vidyalaya Iit Patna is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2020, located in Patna, Bihar.
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