Bangalore: HOD Science — Achala Vidya Nikethan Job at Achala Vidya Nikethan

Achala Vidya Nikethan
Bangalore, Karnatakafull-time₹6.0L – ₹9.0L / yrState Board5–12 yrs expPosted 17d ago

Key facts

Role
HOD Science — Achala Vidya Nikethan
School
Achala Vidya Nikethan
City
Bangalore
State
Karnataka
Board
State Board
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹6.0L – ₹9.0L per year
Experience
5–12 years
Posted
4 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 2005

Job description

Overview

Achala Vidya Nikethan is building a strong academic team and is looking for a HOD Science — Achala Vidya Nikethan who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. The school has been running for 21+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.

Achala Vidya Nikethan, a State Board school in Bangalore, is hiring a HOD Science.

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: Achala Vidya Nikethan is a State Board Day School in Nandini Layout, Bangalore.

What you'll handle as a HOD Science — Achala Vidya Nikethan

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

State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.

Working conditions

This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.

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's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

Is accommodation provided?

Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.

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.

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.

About Achala Vidya Nikethan

Achala Vidya Nikethan is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 2005, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.

Achala Vidya Nikethan is a State Board Day School in Nandini Layout, Bangalore.

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Perks

TransportationArt and CraftDanceDramaPicnics and excursionDebateGardeningCafeteria/CanteenLibrary/Reading RoomPlaygroundAuditorium/Media RoomComputer Lab

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