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HOD Humanities

₹12L – ₹28L / yr6–8 yrsCloses 7 Jul 4 days left
Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradeshfull-timePosted 42d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Surmount International School
City
Gorakhpur
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹28L per year
Experience
6–8 years
Posted
22 May 2026
Closing date
7 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Gorakhpur — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.4L
per year
Typical
₹20.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹27.5L
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

Join Surmount International School in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh as our next HOD Humanities. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Surmount International School in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh operates as a senior secondary school, established 2009, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Role: as HOD Humanities, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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 (₹12.4 LPA – ₹27.5 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. Submit your application on this page and Surmount International School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.

Common questions about this role

Which curriculum does the school follow?

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

How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD Humanities job?

A CBSE-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.

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

Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

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.

Are meals provided at school?

Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.

Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?

Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
2
About the school

Surmount International School

Key facts about Surmount International School

Key facts
Founded
2009
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
DHARAMBIR YADAV
Affiliation #
2131358
Address
SIDDHARTH PURAM TARAMANDAL GAKHPUR, Siddharth Puram Taramandal, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, 273016

Surmount International School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2009, located in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh.

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