Little Star High School is hiring a HOD Humanities — Little Star High School in Howrah
Little Star High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities — Little Star High School
- School
- Little Star High School
- City
- Howrah
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.1L – ₹10L per year
- Experience
- 11–14 years
- Posted
- 9 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Little Star High School, a ICSE school in Howrah, is hiring a HOD Humanities.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
About the school: Welcome to Little Star High School Little Star High School, established in 1977, is a unique endeavour of Late Amiya Kumar Bhattacharya to create an educational platform with enriching atmosphere where children are encouraged to develop both their physical and intellectual capabilities.Little Star High School aims towards a more comprehensive education system where equal attention is paid to physical, emotional and intellectual development of the students to make them conscientious, responsible and dynamic future citizens.Little Star High School is affiliated to the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) , New Delhi.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a HOD Humanities — Little Star High School?
Most HOD Humanities — Little Star High School roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
About Little Star High School
Welcome to Little Star High School Little Star High School, established in 1977, is a unique endeavour of Late Amiya Kumar Bhattacharya to create an educational platform with enriching atmosphere where children are encouraged to develop both their physical and intellectual capabilities.Little Star High School aims towards a more comprehensive education system where equal attention is paid to physical, emotional and intellectual development of the students to make them conscientious, responsible and dynamic future citizens.Little Star High School is affiliated to the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) , New Delhi.
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