HOD Humanities — Vidya Jyothi Primary and High School Opening — Vidya Jyothi Primary and High School, Bangalore
Vidya Jyothi Primary and High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities — Vidya Jyothi Primary and High School
- School
- Vidya Jyothi Primary and High School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.8L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 11–13 years
- Posted
- 15 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the HOD Humanities — Vidya Jyothi Primary and High School at Vidya Jyothi Primary and 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 44+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Vidya Jyothi Primary and 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: Vidya Jyothi Primary and High School is a State Board Day School in 2nd Stage, Bangalore.
What you'll handle as a HOD Humanities — Vidya Jyothi Primary and 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 is the salary for this HOD Humanities — Vidya Jyothi Primary and High School role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
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.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
About Vidya Jyothi Primary and High School
Vidya Jyothi Primary and High School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1982, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.
Vidya Jyothi Primary and High School is a State Board Day School in 2nd Stage, Bangalore.
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