HOD Science — Challenger Public School Vacancy at Challenger Public School, Pune
Challenger Public SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Science — Challenger Public School
- School
- Challenger Public School
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.1L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 9 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Challenger Public School, a CBSE school in Pune, 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: In CPS we follow NCERT Curriculum at the same time equal focus on intellectual physical and personality development resulting future leaders who are ready to take on the world. CPS have well equipped library & Science Lab, highly trained & experienced teachers. Strong focus on overall development of students, quality education & good values. We believe learning should be interesting and practical (almost every subject has kits-Maths, Science, Environmental Science etc.)
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.
Do I have to work weekends?
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What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
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About Challenger Public School
In CPS we follow NCERT Curriculum at the same time equal focus on intellectual physical and personality development resulting future leaders who are ready to take on the world. CPS have well equipped library & Science Lab, highly trained & experienced teachers. Strong focus on overall development of students, quality education & good values. We believe learning should be interesting and practical (almost every subject has kits-Maths, Science, Environmental Science etc.)
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