HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Govt. Sec. School Mukto
- City
- Tawang
- State
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Government
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹12.5L – ₹25.4L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 4 Jul 2026
- Closing date
- 26 Aug 2026
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Job description
Overview
Join Govt. Sec. School Mukto in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh as our next HOD Science. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Govt. Sec. School Mukto is a senior secondary campus in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. What the role looks like: the HOD Science owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹12.5 LPA – ₹25.4 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Submit your application on this page and Govt. Sec. School Mukto will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
Common questions about this role
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.
What questions are asked in a HOD 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.
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.
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
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.
Does Govt. Sec. School Mukto help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Tawang 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.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
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Key facts about Govt. Sec. School Mukto
- Type
- Government
- Grades
- 1–10
- Students
- 83
- Staff
- 5
Govt. Sec. School Mukto is a government, located in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh, offering 1–10. The campus serves around 83 students with a teaching and support team of about 5. Campus facilities include Library, Playground, Drinking Water, Toilets, Electricity.
Govt. Sec. School Mukto is a co-educational pr. up pr. and secondary only school in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh (Rural), run under Government. It serves classes 1–10 with 5 teachers and 83 students.
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