HOD Humanities — Narmada Memorial School Vacancy at Narmada Memorial School, Bangalore
Narmada Memorial SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities — Narmada Memorial School
- School
- Narmada Memorial School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.6L – ₹10L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Narmada Memorial School, a State Board school in Bangalore, 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: The school follows the Karnataka State board syllabus. It conducts regular student assessments. Parents’ meetings are held frequently. All the national festivals are celebrated. Children take part in various competitions. Sports, cultural functions, field trips are held every academic year. All round development of the child is given importance .The school gets excellent results in the SSLC board examination every year. Each child is given individual care and attention. The school has a distinguished alumnus. The school’s mission statement is “Tamasoma Jyotirgamaya” – which means lead me from ignorance (darkness) to light. ‘Education begins at home’, hence parents are encouraged to cooperate with the school authorities in matters concerning their children. Parents have an important role to play in an effective running of the school.
Common questions about this role
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Narmada Memorial School follows the state-board curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What qualifications are required for a HOD Humanities — Narmada Memorial School?
Most HOD Humanities — Narmada Memorial School roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
About Narmada Memorial School
The school follows the Karnataka State board syllabus. It conducts regular student assessments. Parents’ meetings are held frequently. All the national festivals are celebrated. Children take part in various competitions. Sports, cultural functions, field trips are held every academic year. All round development of the child is given importance .The school gets excellent results in the SSLC board examination every year. Each child is given individual care and attention. The school has a distinguished alumnus. The school’s mission statement is “Tamasoma Jyotirgamaya” – which means lead me from ignorance (darkness) to light. ‘Education begins at home’, hence parents are encouraged to cooperate with the school authorities in matters concerning their children. Parents have an important role to play in an effective running of the school.
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