HOD Humanities
at Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul · Raipur · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul
- City
- Raipur
- State
- Chhattisgarh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹16L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 14 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 7 Aug 2026
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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.
Job description
Overview
Join the faculty at Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul as a HOD Humanities in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul in Raipur, Chhattisgarh is a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1997,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. 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. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹11.1 LPA – ₹15.8 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. Submit your application here so Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality.
Does Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Raipur offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Can I negotiate the salary at Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
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 is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
What is the salary for this HOD Humanities role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul
Key facts about Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul
- Founded
- 1997
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 12:1
With the vision to provide modern education using Edtech, Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul International School is proud to be placed as one of the best schools in Raipur. Our belief lies in teaching essential qualities to the students that help them to face the challenges with efficiency in the future and due to this uniqueness of teaching qualities makes Gurukul as one of the preferred International school.
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