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HOD Humanities

₹12L – ₹14L / yr7–11 yrsCloses 17 Jul 15 days left
New Delhi, Delhifull-timePosted 47d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Modern School
City
New Delhi
State
Delhi
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹14L per year
Experience
7–11 years
Posted
16 May 2026
Closing date
17 Jul 2026
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HOD Humanities

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15 days left

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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

Join Modern School in New Delhi, Delhi as our next HOD Humanities. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Modern School in New Delhi, Delhi operates as a senior secondary school, established 1920, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Role: as HOD Humanities, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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 (₹11.9 LPA – ₹14.3 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 online from this page to be considered by Modern School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.

What does a typical day look like?

Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

What is the salary for this HOD Humanities role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

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Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

Modern School

Key facts about Modern School

Key facts
Founded
1920
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
VIJAY DATTA
Affiliation #
2730009
Address
BARAKHAMBA ROAD NEW DELHI, Barakhamba Road, New Delhi, Delhi, 110001

Modern School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1920, located in New Delhi, Delhi.

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