HOD Computer Science — Better High School Opening — Better High School, Kolkata
Better High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Computer Science — Better High School
- School
- Better High School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.6L – ₹9.7L per year
- Experience
- 8–10 years
- Posted
- 31 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Better High School, a CBSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a HOD Computer 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: The school was established in the year 1954 by Late Hirendra Nath Patranavis and his wife Late Leela Patranavis, two visionary educationists having philanthropic ideals. The school was started in a rented house at 4A, Nandy Street, Kolkata–700 019 with a few teachers and about 15 students. In 1986, it was shifted to a building at 25/20 Prince Golam Md. Shah Road, Kolkata–700 095 owned by Late Leela Patranavis. The school received affiliation from the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations in 1988. Eventually, the Primary and Secondary Sections were shifted to a newly constructed building at 24/1, Prince Golam Md. Shah Road, Kolkata–700 033. The ISC Section (Classes XI and XII) commenced from the year 1999 in the new premises.
The school presently has strength of about 1600 students, 72 teachers and 20 supporting staff. There are classes from Nursery to XII, having three streams of study (Commerce, Humanities and Science) in the ISC Section.
Common questions about this role
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.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Computer Science — Better High School 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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
About Better High School
The school was established in the year 1954 by Late Hirendra Nath Patranavis and his wife Late Leela Patranavis, two visionary educationists having philanthropic ideals. The school was started in a rented house at 4A, Nandy Street, Kolkata–700 019 with a few teachers and about 15 students. In 1986, it was shifted to a building at 25/20 Prince Golam Md. Shah Road, Kolkata–700 095 owned by Late Leela Patranavis. The school received affiliation from the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations in 1988. Eventually, the Primary and Secondary Sections were shifted to a newly constructed building at 24/1, Prince Golam Md. Shah Road, Kolkata–700 033. The ISC Section (Classes XI and XII) commenced from the year 1999 in the new premises. The school presently has strength of about 1600 students, 72 teachers and 20 supporting staff. There are classes from Nursery to XII, having three streams of study (Commerce, Humanities and Science) in the ISC Section.
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