Sri Saraswathi Vidya Nikethan is hiring a HOD Humanities — Sri Saraswathi Vidya Nikethan in Bangalore
Sri Saraswathi Vidya NikethanKey facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities — Sri Saraswathi Vidya Nikethan
- School
- Sri Saraswathi Vidya Nikethan
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.6L – ₹8.5L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 14 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Sri Saraswathi Vidya Nikethan, a State Board school in Bangalore, 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: Inspired by Rashtreeya swayam sevaka sangha (RSS), Hindu Seva Pratistana, Vishwa Hindu Parishad Karnataka Trust and ably guided by Vidhyabharathi Karnataka, Sri Saraswathi Vidyaniketana was started on 1st Dec 1980 with a Nursery class in a building which belonged to late Sri Y Appanna Reddy and was inaugurated by late Sri Ajith Kumar and blessed by the elders of the village.
Common questions about this role
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
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 B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
About Sri Saraswathi Vidya Nikethan
Inspired by Rashtreeya swayam sevaka sangha (RSS), Hindu Seva Pratistana, Vishwa Hindu Parishad Karnataka Trust and ably guided by Vidhyabharathi Karnataka, Sri Saraswathi Vidyaniketana was started on 1st Dec 1980 with a Nursery class in a building which belonged to late Sri Y Appanna Reddy and was inaugurated by late Sri Ajith Kumar and blessed by the elders of the village.
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