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HOD Humanities

₹9.7L – ₹26L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 16 Jul 13 days left
Pune, Maharashtrafull-timePosted 38d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
The Lexicon School
City
Pune
State
Maharashtra
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.7L – ₹26L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
26 May 2026
Closing date
16 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Pune — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.7L
per year
Typical
₹17.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹25.8L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

at The Lexicon School

13 days left

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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

The Lexicon School in Pune, Maharashtra is on the lookout for a HOD Humanities. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. The Lexicon School, established 2012, is a senior secondary school in Pune, Maharashtra — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Context: the HOD Humanities reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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 (₹9.7 LPA – ₹25.8 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for The Lexicon School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

Is background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

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

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Humanities application — The Lexicon School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why The Lexicon School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

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 Pune.

How much experience do I need for this HOD Humanities role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
3
About the school

The Lexicon School

Key facts about The Lexicon School

Key facts
Founded
2012
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Manisha Navayath
Affiliation #
1130583
Address
SR.NO. 208, PUNE -SASWAD ROAD, NEXT TO SP. INFOCITY, HADAPSAR, Sr.no. 208, Pune, Maharashtra, 412308

The Lexicon School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2012, located in Pune, Maharashtra.

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