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HOD Humanities

at Viraj Shri Ram Centennial School · Mumbai · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹12.3L – ₹28.9L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 22 Aug
Mumbai, Maharashtrafull-timePosted 16d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Viraj Shri Ram Centennial School
City
Mumbai
State
Maharashtra
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12.3L – ₹28.9L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
18 Jun 2026
Closing date
22 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Mumbai — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.3L
per year
Typical
₹20.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹28.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

Apply for HOD Humanities at Viraj Shri Ram Centennial School

Send your CV as a PDF. A short cover note in the email body helps.

Why apply

  • 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

Applications are open for a HOD Humanities at Viraj Shri Ram Centennial School in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Viraj Shri Ram Centennial School in Mumbai, Maharashtra is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2013,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Context: the HOD Humanities reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹12.3 LPA – ₹28.9 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Submit your application here so Viraj Shri Ram Centennial School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.

Common questions about this role

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Viraj Shri Ram Centennial School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

How much experience do I need for this HOD Humanities role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

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.

Is background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

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.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

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 this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?

Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.

How will I know if my application is being reviewed?

You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.

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.

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About the school

Viraj Shri Ram Centennial School

Key facts about Viraj Shri Ram Centennial School

Key facts
Founded
2013
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary
Student-teacher ratio
12:1
Address
Survey No 27, Opposite Kurgaon Grampanchayat, Boisar-Tarapur Road, Taluka & District - Palghar, Survey No 27, Opposite Kurgaon Grampanchayat, Boisar-Tarapur Road, Taluka & District - Palghar, Mumbai, Maharashtra, 400001

Viraj Shri Ram Centennial School is a senior secondary affiliated to CBSE, established in 2013, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Classes follow a 12:1 student–teacher ratio.

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