
HOD Science — Bhavani Shankar Road Junior College of Science Opening — Bhavani Shankar Road Junior College of Science, Mumbai
Bhavani Shankar Road Junior College of ScienceKey facts
- Role
- HOD Science — Bhavani Shankar Road Junior College of Science
- School
- Bhavani Shankar Road Junior College of Science
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.7L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 11–13 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Mumbai, Maharashtra — a fresh opening for a HOD Science — Bhavani Shankar Road Junior College of Science at Bhavani Shankar Road Junior College of Science. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 17+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Bhavani Shankar Road Junior College of Science, a State Board school in Mumbai, 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: Bhavani Shankar Road Junior College of Science is a State Board Day School in Dadar West, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a HOD Science — Bhavani Shankar Road Junior College of Science
Lead a subject department: hire and mentor teachers, design subject scope-and-sequence, moderate assessments, and report on subject-level outcomes.
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
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Mumbai
Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
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.
About Bhavani Shankar Road Junior College of Science
Bhavani Shankar Road Junior College of Science is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 2009, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Bhavani Shankar Road Junior College of Science is a State Board Day School in Dadar West, Mumbai.
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