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HOD Humanities

₹11L – ₹20L / yr7–9 yrsCloses 20 Jul 18 days left
Dehradun, Krishna Nagarfull-timePosted 29d ago
ICSE
Senior Secondary

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
The Doon School
City
Dehradun
State
Krishna Nagar
Board
ICSE
School type
Senior Secondary
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹20L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
3 Jun 2026
Closing date
20 Jul 2026
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HOD Humanities

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • ICSE 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

The Doon School has opened applications for a HOD Humanities in Dehradun, Krishna Nagar. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. School profile: The Doon School in Dehradun, Krishna Nagar — a senior secondary setup, established 1935, — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. 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. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹10.5 LPA – ₹20.2 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the The Doon School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.

Is school transport available for staff?

Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.

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.

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.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
2
About the school

The Doon School

Key facts about The Doon School

Key facts
Founded
1935
Board
ICSE
Type
Senior Secondary
Student-teacher ratio
20:1
Address
Mall Rd, Krishna Nagar, Mall Rd, Krishna Nagar, Dehradun, Krishna Nagar, 248015

The Doon School is a senior secondary affiliated to ICSE, established in 1935, located in Dehradun, Krishna Nagar. Classes follow a 20:1 student–teacher ratio.

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