HOD Humanities
at Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Penthabahal, Naktideul · Sambalpur · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Penthabahal, Naktideul
- City
- Sambalpur
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.0L – ₹17.1L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 22 May 2026
- Closing date
- 22 Jul 2026
HOD Humanities salary in Sambalpur — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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- 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.
Job description
Overview
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Penthabahal, Naktideul in Sambalpur, Odisha is accepting applications for a HOD Humanities. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Penthabahal, Naktideul in Sambalpur, Odisha is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2020,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Role: as HOD Humanities, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹9.0 LPA – ₹17.1 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Penthabahal, Naktideul academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
Where exactly is Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Penthabahal, Naktideul located?
The school is in Sambalpur, Odisha. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
What is the salary for this HOD Humanities role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Humanities role?
Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.
What is the average HOD Humanities salary in Sambalpur?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Humanities pay in Sambalpur varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
Does Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Penthabahal, Naktideul help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Sambalpur offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
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.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Humanities role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
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Key facts about Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Penthabahal, Naktideul
- Founded
- 2020
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- PRATAP SWAIN
- Affiliation #
- 1520395
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Penthabahal, Naktideul is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2020, located in Sambalpur, Odisha.
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