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HOD Humanities

₹9.5L – ₹19L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 19 Aug
Kamrup Metropolitan, Assamfull-timePosted 7d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
The Down Town School
City
Kamrup Metropolitan
State
Assam
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.5L – ₹19L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
25 Jun 2026
Closing date
19 Aug 2026
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HOD Humanities

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  • 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

The Down Town School in Kamrup Metropolitan, Assam is seeking a HOD Humanities who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. The Down Town School in Kamrup Metropolitan, Assam operates as a secondary school, established 2022, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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 (₹9.5 LPA – ₹19.4 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 through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with The Down Town School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Common questions about this role

Is accommodation provided?

Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.

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.

Is English fluency required?

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

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.

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

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

The Down Town School

Key facts about The Down Town School

Key facts
Founded
2022
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Maya Alfred Fernandes
Affiliation #
230339
Address
HATHISILA, CHANDRAPUR ROAD, KHANKAR, OPPOSITE SARIAGHAT PRESS,, GUWAHATI KAMRUP (M), Hathisila, Kamrup Metropolitan, Assam, 781026

The Down Town School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2022, located in Kamrup Metropolitan, Assam.

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