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HOD Humanities

₹11L – ₹14L / yr7–10 yrsCloses 23 Aug
Lucknow, Uttar Pradeshfull-timePosted 13d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
St. Xaviers Inter College
City
Lucknow
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹14L per year
Experience
7–10 years
Posted
20 Jun 2026
Closing date
23 Aug 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
₹11.3L
per year
Typical
₹12.7L
per year
Senior / high
₹14.1L
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

A vacancy has opened for a HOD Humanities at St. Xaviers Inter College in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. St. Xaviers Inter College in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1976,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Position: as HOD Humanities, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹11.3 LPA – ₹14.1 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so St. Xaviers Inter College receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

What is the average HOD Humanities salary in Lucknow?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Humanities roles in Lucknow. 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.

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.

What questions are asked in a HOD Humanities interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Humanities roles in Lucknow.

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.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

Who fits

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About the school

St. Xaviers Inter College

Key facts about St. Xaviers Inter College

Key facts
Founded
1976
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
DOMINIC PINTO
Affiliation #
2132193
Address
ASTI ROAD,BAKSHI KA TALAB,LUCKNOW, Asti Road, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, 227202

St. Xaviers Inter College is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1976, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.

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