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HOD Humanities

at Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, At-gundima · Gajapati · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹8.7L – ₹15.9L / yr5–8 yrsCloses 22 Aug
Gajapati, Odishafull-timePosted 21d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, At-gundima
City
Gajapati
State
Odisha
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.7L – ₹15.9L per year
Experience
5–8 years
Posted
13 Jun 2026
Closing date
22 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Gajapati — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.7L
per year
Typical
₹12.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹15.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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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

Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, At-gundima in Gajapati, Odisha is inviting applications for a HOD Humanities. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, At-gundima in Gajapati, Odisha operates as a senior secondary school, established 2016, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Context: the HOD Humanities reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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 and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.7 LPA – ₹15.9 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, At-gundima instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Common questions about this role

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.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

How will I know if my application is being reviewed?

You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.

What is the average HOD Humanities salary in Gajapati?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Humanities roles in Gajapati. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

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 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 Gajapati.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

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.

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.

What qualifications are required for a HOD Humanities?

Most HOD Humanities 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.

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About the school

Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, At-gundima

Key facts about Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, At-gundima

Key facts
Founded
2016
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SASMITA KUMARI PADHY
Affiliation #
1520052
Address
AT-GUNDIMA, P.O ADAVA, BLOCK-MOHANA, GAJAPATI-761217, At-gundima, Gajapati, Odisha

Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, At-gundima is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Gajapati, Odisha.

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