HOD Humanities — Thomas Memorial English High School Opening — Thomas Memorial English High School, Bangalore
Thomas Memorial English High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities — Thomas Memorial English High School
- School
- Thomas Memorial English High School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.4L – ₹10L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 9 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the HOD Humanities — Thomas Memorial English High School at Thomas Memorial English High School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. The school has been running for 31+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Thomas Memorial English High School, a State Board school in Bangalore, 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: Thomas Memorial English High School is a Private, Secondary school and also a Day School situated at Nelamangala, Bangalore.
What you'll handle as a HOD Humanities — Thomas Memorial English High School
Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
Working in a state-board setting means following the state curriculum, term plans and local examination patterns.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Bangalore
Bengaluru has India's largest cluster of international schools and a strong demand for IB/Cambridge-trained teachers.
Common questions about this role
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.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
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.
What qualifications are required for a HOD Humanities — Thomas Memorial English High School?
Most HOD Humanities — Thomas Memorial English High School 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.
About Thomas Memorial English High School
Thomas Memorial English High School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1995, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.
Thomas Memorial English High School is a Private, Secondary school and also a Day School situated at Nelamangala, Bangalore.
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