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HOD Humanities

₹10.0L – ₹19L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 8 Sept
Lucknow, Uttar Pradeshfull-timePosted 5d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Scholar Academy
City
Lucknow
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹10.0L – ₹19L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
28 Jun 2026
Closing date
8 Sept 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Lucknow — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.0L
per year
Typical
₹14.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹19.2L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

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Why apply

  • 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

Applications are invited for a HOD Humanities at Scholar Academy in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. Scholar Academy in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh operates as a senior secondary school, established 2012, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Position: as HOD Humanities, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹10.0 LPA – ₹19.2 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 through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Scholar Academy instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Common questions about this role

Is English fluency required?

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

When are increments and bonuses given?

Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.

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 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.

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 Lucknow.

How do I write an application email for this HOD Humanities role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Humanities application — Scholar Academy"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Scholar Academy and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

Scholar Academy

Key facts about Scholar Academy

Key facts
Founded
2012
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
ROLI SRIVASTAVA
Affiliation #
2132332
Address
KHUJHAULI, MOHANLAL GANJ, Khujhauli, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, 226001

Scholar Academy is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2012, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.

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