HOD Humanities — Saraswati Vidya Mandir Opening — Saraswati Vidya Mandir, Thane
Saraswati Vidya MandirKey facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities — Saraswati Vidya Mandir
- School
- Saraswati Vidya Mandir
- City
- Thane
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹4.8L – ₹7.1L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Saraswati Vidya Mandir, a State Board school in Thane, 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: The trust believes that a country will develop or attain progress only when the poor & neglected people of the society will become educated and independent. The mission of Saraswati Welfare Society is to develop and mould intellectually sharp, physically fit, mentally stable and socially useful citizens of tomorrows who can serve the society and make it prosperous forever. Its mission includes to guide and inspire the students to become excellent human beings, competent as well as fair professionals by teaching basic values of humanity; to encourage them to be innovative, creative and excellent in their own discipline.
Common questions about this role
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
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.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Humanities — Saraswati Vidya Mandir role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
About Saraswati Vidya Mandir
The trust believes that a country will develop or attain progress only when the poor & neglected people of the society will become educated and independent. The mission of Saraswati Welfare Society is to develop and mould intellectually sharp, physically fit, mentally stable and socially useful citizens of tomorrows who can serve the society and make it prosperous forever. Its mission includes to guide and inspire the students to become excellent human beings, competent as well as fair professionals by teaching basic values of humanity; to encourage them to be innovative, creative and excellent in their own discipline.
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