Shri Santoshi Maa Academy is hiring a HOD Humanities — Shri Santoshi Maa Academy in Kolkata

Shri Santoshi Maa Academy
Kolkata, West Bengalfull-time₹6.6L – ₹8.9L / yrCBSE7–9 yrs expPosted 15d ago

Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities — Shri Santoshi Maa Academy
School
Shri Santoshi Maa Academy
City
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Full Boarding
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹6.6L – ₹8.9L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
8 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Verified school
Full Boarding
Est. 2018

Job description

Overview

Shri Santoshi Maa Academy is building a strong academic team and is looking for a HOD Humanities — Shri Santoshi Maa Academy who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 8+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.

Shri Santoshi Maa Academy, a CBSE school in Kolkata, 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: Shri Santoshi Maa Academy is a CBSE Full Boarding in Thakurpukur, Kolkata.

What you'll handle as a HOD Humanities — Shri Santoshi Maa Academy

Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.

Working in a CBSE school

As a CBSE-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades.

Working conditions

This is a boarding school, so the role includes evening/weekend duties on a rotational basis and close engagement with hostel life.

About teaching in Kolkata

Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.

Common questions about this role

How do I apply for this HOD Humanities — Shri Santoshi Maa Academy vacancy?

Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.

Are meals provided at school?

Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.

Is English fluency required?

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

What qualifications are required for a HOD Humanities — Shri Santoshi Maa Academy?

Most HOD Humanities — Shri Santoshi Maa Academy 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 salary for this HOD Humanities — Shri Santoshi Maa Academy 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.

About Shri Santoshi Maa Academy

Shri Santoshi Maa Academy is a full boarding affiliated to CBSE, established in 2018, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.

Shri Santoshi Maa Academy is a CBSE Full Boarding in Thakurpukur, Kolkata.

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Medical RoomDay careTransportationBoys HostelGirls HostelWifiSmart ClassesRampsArt and CraftDanceDramaMusic

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