HOD Humanities — NEXT School Vacancy at NEXT School, Mumbai
NEXT SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities — NEXT School
- School
- NEXT School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- IB Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹14L – ₹21L per year
- Experience
- 10–14 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
NEXT School, a IB Board school in Mumbai, 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: NEXT School aims to help students discover their passions and interests and unleash their innate drive to learn and contribute to the world. We personalise each student’s learning and, along with fulfilling academic requirements, help them do authentic, real world projects based on their interests where they learn by doing. Through this approach, we hope to help students learn how to do something productive and meaningful in the real world by doing what they love, which we believe will lead to a fulfilling life. Our approach encourages students to understand and appreciate differences and become compassionate, lifelong learners.
Common questions about this role
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.
Where exactly is NEXT School located?
The school is in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
About NEXT School
NEXT School aims to help students discover their passions and interests and unleash their innate drive to learn and contribute to the world. We personalise each student’s learning and, along with fulfilling academic requirements, help them do authentic, real world projects based on their interests where they learn by doing. Through this approach, we hope to help students learn how to do something productive and meaningful in the real world by doing what they love, which we believe will lead to a fulfilling life. Our approach encourages students to understand and appreciate differences and become compassionate, lifelong learners.
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