HOD Humanities — Universal High School Vacancy at Universal High School, Mumbai
Universal High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities — Universal High School
- School
- Universal High School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹16L per year
- Experience
- 10–15 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Universal High School, a ICSE school in Mumbai, 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: Universal Education’s acclaimed education system – R.E.A.L. – is an integrated, comprehensive, KG-to-PG educational model. R.E.A.L was designed and refined over the past 3 decades. Truly of Universal’s educational beliefs, R.E.A.L. is built on 5 cornerstones of educational excellence: An intellectually demanding curriculum that combines academic rigour with practical relevance. Robust learning facilities that are exciting, flexible, healthy, secure and sustainable. Engaging technology-rich content delivered interactively to make learning come alive. An efficient administration that delivers smart solutions for student satisfaction and success. Emphasis on wholesome growth through creativity, values, fitness, cultural literacy & life/career skills.
Common questions about this role
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.
What is the leave policy?
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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.
About Universal High School
Universal Education’s acclaimed education system – R.E.A.L. – is an integrated, comprehensive, KG-to-PG educational model. R.E.A.L was designed and refined over the past 3 decades. Truly of Universal’s educational beliefs, R.E.A.L. is built on 5 cornerstones of educational excellence: An intellectually demanding curriculum that combines academic rigour with practical relevance. Robust learning facilities that are exciting, flexible, healthy, secure and sustainable. Engaging technology-rich content delivered interactively to make learning come alive. An efficient administration that delivers smart solutions for student satisfaction and success. Emphasis on wholesome growth through creativity, values, fitness, cultural literacy & life/career skills.
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