St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School is hiring a HOD Humanities — St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School in Kolkata
St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities — St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School
- School
- St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.0L – ₹9.0L per year
- Experience
- 5–12 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School (Kolkata, West Bengal) is inviting applications for a HOD Humanities — St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School, a State Board 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: St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School is a State Board Day School in Bhowanipore, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a HOD Humanities — St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School
Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
Working in a state-board setting means following the state curriculum, term plans and local examination patterns.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
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
Which curriculum does the school follow?
St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School follows the state-board curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
What qualifications are required for a HOD Humanities — St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School?
Most HOD Humanities — St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School 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.
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.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
About St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School
St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1876, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School is a State Board Day School in Bhowanipore, Kolkata.
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