HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Kola Saraswathi Vaishnav SR SEC Scho
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.1L – ₹13.3L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 24 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 8 Aug 2026
HOD Humanities salary in Chennai — 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.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Kola Saraswathi Vaishnav SR SEC Scho is hiring a HOD Humanities in Chennai, Tamilnadu. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. School profile: Kola Saraswathi Vaishnav SR SEC Scho in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a senior secondary setup, established 1975, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. 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. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹9.1 LPA – ₹13.3 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Kola Saraswathi Vaishnav SR SEC Scho. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Kola Saraswathi Vaishnav SR SEC Scho located?
The school is in Chennai, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
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.
What is the average HOD Humanities salary in Chennai?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Humanities roles in Chennai. 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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Role details
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- 3
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Key facts about Kola Saraswathi Vaishnav SR SEC Scho
- Founded
- 1975
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- MEENA MEHTA R
- Affiliation #
- 1930048
Kola Saraswathi Vaishnav SR SEC Scho is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1975, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.
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