Ahmedabad: HOD Science — Ahmedabad International School Job at Ahmedabad International School
Ahmedabad International SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Science — Ahmedabad International School
- School
- Ahmedabad International School
- City
- Ahmedabad
- State
- Gujarat
- Board
- IB
- School type
- Day
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.6L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
HOD Science — Ahmedabad International School at Ahmedabad International School, Ahmedabad. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. Campus size: 200-500. Curriculum: IB. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
Ahmedabad International School, a IB school in Ahmedabad, 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: IB World School in Ahmedabad.
What you'll handle as a HOD Science — Ahmedabad International School
Drive subject excellence: peer-observe teachers, build resource banks, lead subject enrichment, and represent the department in academic council.
Working in an IB school
IB classrooms run on PYP/MYP/DP frameworks: expect concept-driven units, student agency and structured reflection.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad's K-12 market spans GSEB, CBSE and ICSE, with a growing international-school footprint.
Common questions about this role
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
About Ahmedabad International School
Ahmedabad International School is a day affiliated to IB, established in 2000, located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The school has a student community of about 200-500.
IB World School in Ahmedabad.
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