HOD Science
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Overview
Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Plot No. 5063 in Chennai, Tamilnadu is on the lookout for a HOD Science. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. School profile: Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Plot No. 5063 in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a senior secondary setup, established 1989, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. 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. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹8.4 LPA – ₹21.0 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Submit your application on this page and Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Plot No. 5063 will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.