HOD Humanities — VVS Gurukul High School & Boarding, Lonavala

We are looking for a HOD Humanities to join VVS Gurukul High School & Boarding in Lonavala, Maharashtra. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. About VVS Gurukul High School & Boarding: a senior secondary institution in Lonavala, Maharashtra — a State Board-affiliated school, established 2008,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. About the role: the HOD Humanities is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Responsibilities:

• Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
• Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
• Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
• Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
• Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Compensation and environment:
• Salary structured fairly across roles (₹12.9 LPA – ₹13.7 LPA).
• A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
• Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
• A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
• Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Submit your application on this page and VVS Gurukul High School & Boarding will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.