HOD Humanities
at Sri Sai Shiksha Niketan School · Tumakuru · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Sri Sai Shiksha Niketan School
- City
- Tumakuru
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹9.4L – ₹16L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 20 May 2026
- Closing date
- 16 Jul 2026
HOD Humanities salary in Tumakuru — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Humanities
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 18+ years.
Job description
Overview
We are looking for a HOD Humanities to join Sri Sai Shiksha Niketan School in Tumakuru, Karnataka. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. School profile: Sri Sai Shiksha Niketan School in Tumakuru, Karnataka — a secondary setup, established 2008, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Context: the HOD Humanities reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹9.4 LPA – ₹15.9 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Sri Sai Shiksha Niketan School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
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.
Can I negotiate the salary at Sri Sai Shiksha Niketan School?
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.
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.
What is the average HOD Humanities salary in Tumakuru?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Humanities roles in Tumakuru. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
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Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
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 Tumakuru.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this HOD Humanities listing is usually welcome.
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Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Sri Sai Shiksha Niketan School
Key facts about Sri Sai Shiksha Niketan School
- Founded
- 2008
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- Shashikala Bai B E
- Affiliation #
- 830538
Sri Sai Shiksha Niketan School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2008, located in Tumakuru, Karnataka.
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