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HOD Humanities

₹11L – ₹27L / yr7–9 yrsCloses 9 Jul 6 days left
Nainital, Uttarakhandfull-timePosted 43d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
The Scholars Academy
City
Nainital
State
Uttarakhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹27L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
20 May 2026
Closing date
9 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Nainital — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.9L
per year
Typical
₹19.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹27.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

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6 days left

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  • 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 Scholars Academy is recruiting a HOD Humanities in Nainital, Uttarakhand. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. The Scholars Academy in Nainital, Uttarakhand 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. 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. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹10.9 LPA – ₹27.1 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. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with The Scholars Academy instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

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What is the salary for this HOD Humanities role?

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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 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.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

Is background verification done before joining?

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Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

The Scholars Academy

Key facts about The Scholars Academy

Key facts
Founded
2009
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
DOLLY TIWARI
Affiliation #
3530404
Address
KALADHUNGI ,NAINITAL,UTTARAKHAND, Kaladhungi, Nainital, Uttarakhand, 263140

The Scholars Academy is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2009, located in Nainital, Uttarakhand.

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