Narayana School is hiring a HOD Humanities — Narayana School in Kolkata
Narayana SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities — Narayana School
- School
- Narayana School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.3L – ₹9.2L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Narayana School, a CBSE school in Kolkata, 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: Sonarpur, a city situated in the South 24 Parganas, exhibits characteristics of rural and urban areas. It is a significant commercial and educational hub in West Bengal. It is home to various reputed schools, colleges, and institutions, such as the Narayana Group of Schools. Narayana School Sonarpur was established in 2018 and is trusted by the parents of over 1500 students to deliver quality education. The Narayana Group boasts an impressive academic legacy spanning 45 years, making it one of the largest educational conglomerates in Asia with over 750 centres. We are proud to serve a thriving student community of over 600,000, nurtured by a dedicated team of 50,000 skilled teachers and staff members.
Common questions about this role
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
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How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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Is background verification done before joining?
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How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
About Narayana School
Sonarpur, a city situated in the South 24 Parganas, exhibits characteristics of rural and urban areas. It is a significant commercial and educational hub in West Bengal. It is home to various reputed schools, colleges, and institutions, such as the Narayana Group of Schools. Narayana School Sonarpur was established in 2018 and is trusted by the parents of over 1500 students to deliver quality education. The Narayana Group boasts an impressive academic legacy spanning 45 years, making it one of the largest educational conglomerates in Asia with over 750 centres. We are proud to serve a thriving student community of over 600,000, nurtured by a dedicated team of 50,000 skilled teachers and staff members.
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