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HOD Science

at Citadel Residential School · Pathanamthitta · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹12.4L – ₹23.9L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 17 Aug
Pathanamthitta, Keralafull-timePosted 11d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
Citadel Residential School
City
Pathanamthitta
State
Kerala
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12.4L – ₹23.9L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
24 Jun 2026
Closing date
17 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Science salary in Pathanamthitta — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹12.4L
per year
Typical
₹18.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹23.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

Apply for HOD Science at Citadel Residential School

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Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Immediate opening: HOD Science at Citadel Residential School in Pathanamthitta, Kerala. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. Citadel Residential School in Pathanamthitta, Kerala operates as a senior secondary school, established 1992, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Science leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹12.4 LPA – ₹23.9 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Citadel Residential School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

Does Citadel Residential School help with relocation from another city?

Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Pathanamthitta offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.

What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

Is school transport available for staff?

Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.

Do I have to work weekends?

Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.

How big are the classes?

Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.

What is the average HOD Science salary in Pathanamthitta?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Science pay in Pathanamthitta varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

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Citadel Residential School

Key facts about Citadel Residential School

Key facts
Founded
1992
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
FR JOBIN T JAMES
Affiliation #
930104
Address
ETTICHUVADU P.O. RANNY PATHANAMTHITTA DIST. KERALA, Ettichuvadu P.o. Ranny, Pathanamthitta, Kerala, 689675

Citadel Residential School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1992, located in Pathanamthitta, Kerala.

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