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HOD Humanities

at Maharishi Vidya Mandir · Tiruvannamalai · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹11.0L – ₹14.9L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 23 Jul 18 days left
Tiruvannamalai, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 47d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Maharishi Vidya Mandir
City
Tiruvannamalai
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11.0L – ₹14.9L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
18 May 2026
Closing date
23 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Tiruvannamalai — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.0L
per year
Typical
₹12.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹14.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

Apply for HOD Humanities at Maharishi Vidya Mandir

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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

Maharishi Vidya Mandir is looking for a HOD Humanities in Tiruvannamalai, Tamilnadu to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Maharishi Vidya Mandir in Tiruvannamalai, Tamilnadu operates as a senior secondary school, established 1992, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
  • Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
  • A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
  • Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
  • Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹11.0 LPA – ₹14.9 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Maharishi Vidya Mandir hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

How do I write an application email for this HOD Humanities role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Humanities application — Maharishi Vidya Mandir"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Maharishi Vidya Mandir and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

Where can I find similar vacancies?

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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 Tiruvannamalai.

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.

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.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

How much experience do I need for this HOD Humanities role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

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About the school

Maharishi Vidya Mandir

Key facts about Maharishi Vidya Mandir

Key facts
Founded
1992
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
R ANITHA
Affiliation #
1930172
Address
58/3:4 MELATHIKKAM VILLAGE TIRUVANNAMALAI TAMIL NADU, 58/3:4 Melathikkam Tamil, Tiruvannamalai, Tamilnadu, 606601

Maharishi Vidya Mandir is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1992, located in Tiruvannamalai, Tamilnadu.

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