HOD Humanities
at SHRI Guru Ram Rai Public School, Vasant Vihar Uttaranchal · Dehradun · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- SHRI Guru Ram Rai Public School, Vasant Vihar Uttaranchal
- City
- Dehradun
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.8L – ₹24.3L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 23 Jul 2026
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Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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
A vacancy has opened for a HOD Humanities at SHRI Guru Ram Rai Public School, Vasant Vihar Uttaranchal in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. About SHRI Guru Ram Rai Public School, Vasant Vihar Uttaranchal in Dehradun, Uttarakhand: a senior secondary institution, established 1995, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. 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. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹9.8 LPA – ₹24.3 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for SHRI Guru Ram Rai Public School, Vasant Vihar Uttaranchal. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
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.
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?
Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.
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 Dehradun.
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.
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.
How do I apply for this HOD Humanities vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
Can I negotiate the salary at SHRI Guru Ram Rai Public School, Vasant Vihar Uttaranchal?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
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.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Humanities role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Humanities application — SHRI Guru Ram Rai Public School, Vasant Vihar Uttaranchal"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why SHRI Guru Ram Rai Public School, Vasant Vihar Uttaranchal and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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Key facts about SHRI Guru Ram Rai Public School, Vasant Vihar Uttaranchal
- Founded
- 1995
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- DR SUNITA RAWAT
- Affiliation #
- 3530062
SHRI Guru Ram Rai Public School, Vasant Vihar Uttaranchal is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1995, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
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