
HOD Science — CMS English Medium Higher Secondary School Opening — CMS English Medium Higher Secondary School, Pune
CMS English Medium Higher Secondary SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Science — CMS English Medium Higher Secondary School
- School
- CMS English Medium Higher Secondary School
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.1L – ₹8.6L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
CMS English Medium Higher Secondary School, a State Board 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: The school is also certified for ISO 9001:2008 by a Geneva based certification body. This prestigious institution is one of the most important milestones in the history of CMS. Other than felicitating the children having outstanding academic excellence, CMS is always in the forefront towards the upliftment of economically backward children by giving them free education. As an acknowledgement for all these social activities CMS is bestowed with the "Akshaya Puraskar" in the National level.
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.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
CMS English Medium Higher Secondary School follows the state-board curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
About CMS English Medium Higher Secondary School
The school is also certified for ISO 9001:2008 by a Geneva based certification body. This prestigious institution is one of the most important milestones in the history of CMS. Other than felicitating the children having outstanding academic excellence, CMS is always in the forefront towards the upliftment of economically backward children by giving them free education. As an acknowledgement for all these social activities CMS is bestowed with the "Akshaya Puraskar" in the National level.
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