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HOD Humanities

₹11L – ₹22L / yr6–8 yrsCloses 15 Aug
Thiruvallur, TamilnaducontractPosted 6d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Vedanta Academy
City
Thiruvallur
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹11L – ₹22L per year
Experience
6–8 years
Posted
26 Jun 2026
Closing date
15 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Thiruvallur — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.5L
per year
Typical
₹16.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹21.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Vedanta Academy is recruiting a HOD Humanities in Thiruvallur, Tamilnadu. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. School profile: Vedanta Academy in Thiruvallur, Tamilnadu — a senior secondary setup, established 2017, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. What the role looks like: the HOD Humanities owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹11.5 LPA – ₹21.7 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Vedanta Academy. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

Where exactly is Vedanta Academy located?

The school is in Thiruvallur, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

Are meals provided at school?

Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

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 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.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
2
About the school

Vedanta Academy

Key facts about Vedanta Academy

Key facts
Founded
2017
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
S Maya
Affiliation #
1930838
Address
90, NOOMBAL MAIN ROAD,VANAGARAM, CHENNAI CHENNAI TAMILNADU ,THIRUVALLUR , 600077, 90, Thiruvallur, Tamilnadu, 600077

Vedanta Academy is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2017, located in Thiruvallur, Tamilnadu.

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