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HOD Humanities

₹8.3L – ₹18L / yr7–11 yrsCloses 24 Jul 21 days left
Ernakulam, Keralafull-timePosted 48d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
St Johns Public School
City
Ernakulam
State
Kerala
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.3L – ₹18L per year
Experience
7–11 years
Posted
16 May 2026
Closing date
24 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Ernakulam — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹8.3L
per year
Typical
₹12.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹17.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

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21 days left

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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 do

Job description

Overview

St Johns Public School in Ernakulam, Kerala is hiring a HOD Humanities. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. St Johns Public School in Ernakulam, Kerala functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1993,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Role: as HOD Humanities, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹8.3 LPA – ₹17.6 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by St Johns Public School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

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.

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.

Where can I find similar vacancies?

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What is the salary for this HOD Humanities role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

What questions are asked in a HOD Humanities interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

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Role details

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About the school

St Johns Public School

Key facts about St Johns Public School

Key facts
Founded
1993
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
RITHU ROY PITT
Affiliation #
930400
Address
SOUTH PARAVOOR PO ERNAKULAM KERALA, South Paravoor, Ernakulam, Kerala, 682307

St Johns Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1993, located in Ernakulam, Kerala.

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