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HOD Humanities

₹9.8L – ₹13L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 14 Aug
Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 27d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
St Thomas School
City
Thoothukkudi
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.8L – ₹13L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
5 Jun 2026
Closing date
14 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Thoothukkudi — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.8L
per year
Typical
₹11.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹13.2L
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 Thomas School in Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadu is on the lookout for a HOD Humanities. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. St Thomas School in Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadu is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2019,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. What the role looks like: the HOD Humanities owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹9.8 LPA – ₹13.2 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with St Thomas School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

Common questions about this role

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

How do I write an application email for this HOD Humanities role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Humanities application — St Thomas School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why St Thomas School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

What is the average HOD Humanities salary in Thoothukkudi?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Humanities roles in Thoothukkudi. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

What qualifications are required for a HOD Humanities?

Most HOD Humanities 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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

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About the school

St Thomas School

Key facts about St Thomas School

Key facts
Founded
2019
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
ARUL JENITA
Affiliation #
1931203
Address
ALAGESAPURAM MAIN ROAD, INNACIARPURAM, THOOTHUKUDI, Alagesapuram Main Road, Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadu, 628002

St Thomas School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2019, located in Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadu.

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