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HOD Humanities

₹12L – ₹12L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 28 Aug
Samastipur, Biharfull-timePosted 18d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Sunshine School
City
Samastipur
State
Bihar
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹12L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
15 Jun 2026
Closing date
28 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Samastipur — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.7L
per year
Typical
₹11.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹11.9L
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

Applications are invited for a HOD Humanities at Sunshine School in Samastipur, Bihar. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. Sunshine School, established 2005, is a senior secondary campus in Samastipur, Bihar — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Humanities leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹11.7 LPA – ₹11.9 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Sunshine School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

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.

Do I have to work weekends?

Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.

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.

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.

What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

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.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

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

Who fits

Requirements & role details

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About the school

Sunshine School

Key facts about Sunshine School

Key facts
Founded
2005
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
KUMAR RAGHUVEERAM
Affiliation #
330352
Address
AT. & P.O - DHARHA, VIA- ROSERA, At. & P.o - Dharha, Samastipur, Bihar, 848210

Sunshine School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2005, located in Samastipur, Bihar.

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