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HOD Humanities

₹11L – ₹22L / yr6–8 yrsCloses 29 Aug
Panchkula, Haryanafull-timePosted 12d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Roots Country School
City
Panchkula
State
Haryana
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹22L per year
Experience
6–8 years
Posted
20 Jun 2026
Closing date
29 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Panchkula — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.2L
per year
Typical
₹16.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹21.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

An opening for a HOD Humanities in Panchkula, Haryana at Roots Country School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Roots Country School, established 2023, runs as a secondary campus in Panchkula, Haryana — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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. 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. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹11.2 LPA – ₹21.7 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Roots Country School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

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 Panchkula.

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.

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.

Is accommodation provided?

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

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.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

How do I apply for this HOD Humanities vacancy?

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About the school

Roots Country School

Key facts about Roots Country School

Key facts
Founded
2023
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
SUSAN BHAGRA
Affiliation #
532174
Address
DLF THE VALLEY, , PINJORE-KALKA URBAN COMPLEX, SECTOR-3, Dlf The Valley, Panchkula, Haryana, 134107

Roots Country School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2023, located in Panchkula, Haryana.

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