HOD Computer Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Computer Science
- School
- Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyaniketan School
- City
- Kolhapur
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹20L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 26 Jul 2026
HOD Computer Science salary in Kolhapur — snapshot
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HOD Computer Science
at Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyaniketan 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.
Job description
Overview
Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyaniketan School is hiring a HOD Computer Science in Kolhapur, Maharashtra. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyaniketan School in Kolhapur, Maharashtra functions as a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2018,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. About the role: the HOD Computer Science is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹11.2 LPA – ₹20.3 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyaniketan School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Common questions about this role
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyaniketan School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
What questions are asked in a HOD Computer Science interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyaniketan School
Key facts about Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyaniketan School
- Founded
- 2018
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- Shanthi Krishnamoorthy
- Affiliation #
- 1131052
Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyaniketan School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2018, located in Kolhapur, Maharashtra.
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