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HOD Humanities

at Marian School Of Excellence · Chennai · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹12L – ₹14L / yr7–11 yrsCloses 24 Jul 20 days left
Chennai, TamilnaducontractPosted 37d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Marian School Of Excellence
City
Chennai
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹12L – ₹14L per year
Experience
7–11 years
Posted
27 May 2026
Closing date
24 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Chennai — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.2L
per year
Typical
₹13.2L
per year
Senior / high
₹14.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

at Marian School Of Excellence

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

A vacancy has opened for a HOD Humanities at Marian School Of Excellence in Chennai, Tamilnadu. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. Marian School Of Excellence in Chennai, Tamilnadu operates as a secondary school, established 2020, — 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹12.2 LPA – ₹14.1 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. Submit your application here so Marian School Of Excellence can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.

Common questions about this role

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 English fluency required?

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

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?

This is a contract engagement — the offer letter will state the duration and renewal terms. Most school contracts run one academic year and are renewable subject to performance.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
2
About the school

Marian School Of Excellence

Key facts about Marian School Of Excellence

Key facts
Founded
2020
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Divya
Affiliation #
1931733
Address
NO 199, PALAVEDU ROAD, , IAF AVADI , CHENNAI, No 199, Chennai, Tamilnadu, 600055

Marian School Of Excellence is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2020, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.

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