Our Lady of Vailankanni High School is hiring a HOD Humanities — Our Lady of Vailankanni High School in Mumbai
Our Lady of Vailankanni High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities — Our Lady of Vailankanni High School
- School
- Our Lady of Vailankanni High School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.2L – ₹12L per year
- Experience
- 10–15 years
- Posted
- 19 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
HOD Humanities — Our Lady of Vailankanni High School at Our Lady of Vailankanni High School, Mumbai. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 44+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Our Lady of Vailankanni High School, a State 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: Our Lady of Vailankanni High School is a State Board Day School in Borivali West, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a HOD Humanities — Our Lady of Vailankanni High School
Lead a subject department: hire and mentor teachers, design subject scope-and-sequence, moderate assessments, and report on subject-level outcomes.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
This is a state-board school — expect bilingual delivery, state syllabus alignment and locally rooted curriculum context.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Mumbai
Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.
Common questions about this role
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
What qualifications are required for a HOD Humanities — Our Lady of Vailankanni High School?
Most HOD Humanities — Our Lady of Vailankanni High 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.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
About Our Lady of Vailankanni High School
Our Lady of Vailankanni High School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1982, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Our Lady of Vailankanni High School is a State Board Day School in Borivali West, Mumbai.
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