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HOD Humanities

at Pranaballav Public School · Keonjhar · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹9.2L – ₹19.9L / yr5–8 yrsCloses 10 Aug
Keonjhar, OdishacontractPosted 37d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Pranaballav Public School
City
Keonjhar
State
Odisha
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹9.2L – ₹19.9L per year
Experience
5–8 years
Posted
29 May 2026
Closing date
10 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Keonjhar — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.2L
per year
Typical
₹14.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹19.9L
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.
  • Established school — running for 23+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Pranaballav Public School is looking for a HOD Humanities in Keonjhar, Odisha to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Pranaballav Public School, established 2003, is a senior secondary campus in Keonjhar, Odisha — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. What the role looks like: the HOD Humanities owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹9.2 LPA – ₹19.9 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Pranaballav Public School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

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.

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.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

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What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?

Most reputable schools in Keonjhar run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.

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.

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 Keonjhar.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Pranaballav Public School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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Pranaballav Public School

Key facts about Pranaballav Public School

Key facts
Founded
2003
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
DR. SUJATA GHOSH
Affiliation #
1530239
Address
AT/PO-GOHIRA VIA-GHASIPURA, At/po-gohira Via-ghasipura, Keonjhar, Odisha, 758015

Pranaballav Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Keonjhar, Odisha.

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