HOD Humanities — St. Mary'S Orphanage & Day School Vacancy at St. Mary'S Orphanage & Day School, Kolkata
St. Mary'S Orphanage & Day SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities — St. Mary'S Orphanage & Day School
- School
- St. Mary'S Orphanage & Day School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.2L – ₹9.7L per year
- Experience
- 8–10 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
St. Mary'S Orphanage & Day School, a ICSE 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. Mary’s is one of the most prestigious schools of Calcutta having one of the biggest campuses in the city comprising two football fields, an auditorium, a basketball court, a skating rink, parks, badminton court, swimming pool and of course class rooms. The school also has a library, computer centres, laboratories and a chapel hosting mass and other holy events.
Common questions about this role
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 does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
Where exactly is St. Mary'S Orphanage & Day School located?
The school is in Kolkata, West Bengal. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
About St. Mary'S Orphanage & Day School
st. Mary’s is one of the most prestigious schools of Calcutta having one of the biggest campuses in the city comprising two football fields, an auditorium, a basketball court, a skating rink, parks, badminton court, swimming pool and of course class rooms. The school also has a library, computer centres, laboratories and a chapel hosting mass and other holy events.
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