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HOD Humanities

₹13L – ₹28L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 17 Aug
Hazaribagh, JharkhandcontractPosted 26d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Montfort School
City
Hazaribagh
State
Jharkhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹13L – ₹28L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
6 Jun 2026
Closing date
17 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Hazaribagh — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.9L
per year
Typical
₹20.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹27.8L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

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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

Montfort School in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand is seeking a HOD Humanities who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. Montfort School in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2014,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Position: as HOD Humanities, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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 (₹12.9 LPA – ₹27.8 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. Submit your application here so Montfort School 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

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

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.

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.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

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 Hazaribagh.

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Montfort School

Key facts about Montfort School

Key facts
Founded
2014
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
YERUVA SUDHAKAR
Affiliation #
3430404
Address
AT-MARIAM TOLI, CANARY HILL ROAD, HAZARIBAGH, At-mariam Toli, Hazaribagh, Jharkhand, 825301

Montfort School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2014, located in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand.

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