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HOD Humanities

₹13L – ₹28L / yr5–8 yrsCloses 31 Jul 28 days left
Lucknow, Uttar Pradeshfull-timePosted 19d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
St Marys School
City
Lucknow
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹13L – ₹28L per year
Experience
5–8 years
Posted
13 Jun 2026
Closing date
31 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Lucknow — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.5L
per year
Typical
₹20.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹28.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

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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 Marys School in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh is accepting applications for a HOD Humanities. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. About St Marys School: a secondary institution in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2016,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. About the role: the HOD Humanities is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹12.5 LPA – ₹28.0 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the St Marys School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.

Common questions about this role

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.

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.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

St Marys School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

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.

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.

Who fits

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About the school

St Marys School

Key facts about St Marys School

Key facts
Founded
2016
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Poonam Bhushan
Affiliation #
2134161
Address
MIRZAGANJ, MALIHABAD, LUCKNOW, Mirzaganj, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, 226102

St Marys School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.

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