HOD Humanities — The Orbis School Opening — The Orbis School, Pune
The Orbis SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities — The Orbis School
- School
- The Orbis School
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.9L – ₹15L per year
- Experience
- 9–13 years
- Posted
- 28 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
The Orbis School, a CBSE school in Pune, is hiring a HOD Humanities.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
About the school: The Orbis Schools are excited to introduce our new Pre-Primary section under the brand The Orbis Kids at Gahunje, Pune. As a proposed CBSE school in Gahunje, Pune, we offer a dynamic and nurturing environment designed to foster the holistic development of young minds. Admissions are now open from Playgroup to class 4 for the academic year 2025-26.
Common questions about this role
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
The Orbis School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
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.
About The Orbis School
The Orbis Schools are excited to introduce our new Pre-Primary section under the brand The Orbis Kids at Gahunje, Pune. As a proposed CBSE school in Gahunje, Pune, we offer a dynamic and nurturing environment designed to foster the holistic development of young minds. Admissions are now open from Playgroup to class 4 for the academic year 2025-26.
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