HOD Science — D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School Vacancy at D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School, Chennai
D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Science — D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School
- School
- D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.0L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Now hiring: HOD Science — D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School — D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 56+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School, a CBSE school in Chennai, 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: D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School is a CBSE Day School in Gopalapuram, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a HOD Science — D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School
Lead a subject department: hire and mentor teachers, design subject scope-and-sequence, moderate assessments, and report on subject-level outcomes.
Working in a CBSE school
This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Chennai
Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.
Common questions about this role
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
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.
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 accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
About D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School
D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1970, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
D.A.V Boys Senior Secondary School is a CBSE Day School in Gopalapuram, Chennai.
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