Daffodils High School is hiring a HOD Science — Daffodils High School in Kolkata
Daffodils High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Science — Daffodils High School
- School
- Daffodils High School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.6L – ₹9.6L per year
- Experience
- 9–13 years
- Posted
- 9 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Daffodils High School, a State Board school in Kolkata, 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: Daffodils High School was started in 2005 by the retired teachers/ Professors of Lady Brabourne College, Our Lady Queen of the Missions, Pratt Memorial and Ex students of Don Bosco and Loreto.
Common questions about this role
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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
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's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
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.
About Daffodils High School
Daffodils High School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 2005, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Daffodils High School was started in 2005 by the retired teachers/ Professors of Lady Brabourne College, Our Lady Queen of the Missions, Pratt Memorial and Ex students of Don Bosco and Loreto.
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