Substitute Teacher
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Key facts
- Role
- Substitute Teacher
- School
- Bharat Academy Sciences
- City
- Howrah
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Coed
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.6L – ₹8.2L per year
- Experience
- 2–7 years
- Posted
- 20 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 24 Aug 2026
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Bharat Academy Sciences is looking for a Substitute Teacher in Howrah to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. About Bharat Academy Sciences: a senior secondary institution in Howrah — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school, established 2003,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Position: as Substitute Teacher, you are a core member of the academic team — structured teaching, regular planning, assessment design, and student mentorship across the academic year. Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver lessons aligned to the school's curriculum and pacing guide.
- Design classwork, homework, and assessments that test understanding and application.
- Maintain student performance records and share regular feedback with parents.
- Take part in academic reviews, faculty meetings, and professional development.
- Mentor students and contribute to the school's co-curricular life. Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's in the subject; B.Ed. preferred.
- Strong subject knowledge and clear classroom communication.
- Experience with the relevant grade level (high-potential freshers welcome).
- Good classroom management with mixed-ability learners.
- Comfortable with the school's ERP and digital classroom tools. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹3.6 LPA – ₹8.2 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Bharat Academy Sciences. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
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.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Howrah run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
What questions are asked in a Substitute Teacher interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Substitute Teacher roles in Howrah.
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.
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 there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
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Key facts about Bharat Academy Sciences
- Founded
- 2003
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Coed
- Medium
- English
- Student-teacher ratio
- 6:1
Bharat Academy & Sciences was established in 2003 under the aegis of ULUBERIA RURAL SOCIETY FOR CARE OF HEALTH & RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT (URSCHARD). The Society was formed in 1995 with the objective of improving the quality of human lives through social and community welfare projects with special emphasis on imparting quality education. The founder of the Trust/Society Prof.(Dr.) Rabindra Debnath, an educationist par excellence believes that there is no greater joy than “giving back to the community” and he resolved to start an educational hub in Uluberia, where the inhabitants did not have proper facilities catering to the educational needs of their children. URSCHARD is a philanthropic organization which from its inception has undertaken various welfare projects & Bharat Academy & Sciences is a step towards illuminating the lives of a multitude by bringing quality education to their doorstep.
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