HOD Humanities

₹9.2L – ₹13.9LCBSEfull-timeOn-site5–9 yrs3 openingsCloses 10 Sep
● posted 26 May

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 handle

·Set the subject's annual scope-and-sequence.
·Hire and onboard new subject teachers.
·Run weekly department meetings.
·Moderate assessments and exam papers for the subject.
·Own subject-level board results and improvement plans.

Requirements

Role details

Vacancies
3

Working in a CBSE school

This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Chennai.

  1. Coordinator
  2. Academic Coordinator
  3. Vice Principal
  4. Principal

Salary & benefits

₹9.2L – ₹13.9L / yr

Pay benchmark — HOD Humanities in Chennai

₹9.2L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹9.2L – ₹13.9L / yr
TYPICAL
₹13.9L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

Sri Ram Dayal Khemka Vivekananda Vidyalaya Junior College is hiring a HOD Humanities in Chennai, Tamilnadu. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. Sri Ram Dayal Khemka Vivekananda Vidyalaya Junior College, established 1974, is a senior secondary school in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Humanities leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹9.2 LPA – ₹13.9 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Sri Ram Dayal Khemka Vivekananda Vidyalaya Junior College academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Sri Ram Dayal Khemka Vivekananda Vidyalaya Junior College
CBSE · Senior Secondary Level · Chennai · Est. 1974
1974
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
Senior Secondary Level
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
B. Sumathi
PRINCIPAL
1930101
AFFILIATION
Chennai, Tamilnadu
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