HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Career Guide Academy
- City
- Araria
- State
- Bihar
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹7.4L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 23 May 2026
- Closing date
- 17 Jul 2026
HOD Science salary in Araria — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Science
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 30+ years.
Job description
Overview
An opening for a HOD Science in Araria, Bihar at Career Guide Academy. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Career Guide Academy, established 1996, runs as a senior secondary campus in Araria, Bihar — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. Position: as HOD Science, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹7.4 LPA – ₹13.2 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Career Guide Academy reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Science role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Science application — Career Guide Academy"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Career Guide Academy and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Career Guide Academy follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Science 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.
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.
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.
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.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
What is the average HOD Science salary in Araria?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Science roles in Araria. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Career Guide Academy
Key facts about Career Guide Academy
- Founded
- 1996
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Sufiyan Ahmad
- Affiliation #
- 330606
Career Guide Academy is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1996, located in Araria, Bihar.
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