HOD Humanities — Sparkles International School Vacancy at Sparkles International School, Pune
Sparkles International SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities — Sparkles International School
- School
- Sparkles International School
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.2L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Sparkles International School, a CBSE school in Pune, 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: Established in 2014, Sparkles International School is a private, English-medium, co-educational day school located on Alandi-Markal Road, Pune. Affiliated to CBSE and offering classes up to Grade 8, the school focuses on holistic development with a student-teacher ratio of 30:1. With modern facilities, a nurturing environment, and a commitment to academic excellence, Sparkles International School aims to shape confident, responsible, and future-ready individuals.
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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
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.
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.
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 Sparkles International School
Established in 2014, Sparkles International School is a private, English-medium, co-educational day school located on Alandi-Markal Road, Pune. Affiliated to CBSE and offering classes up to Grade 8, the school focuses on holistic development with a student-teacher ratio of 30:1. With modern facilities, a nurturing environment, and a commitment to academic excellence, Sparkles International School aims to shape confident, responsible, and future-ready individuals.
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