{
  "jsonld": {
    "@context": "https://schema.org",
    "@type": "JobPosting",
    "@id": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/jobs/hod-computer-science-bethsada-junior-school-airapuram-p-o-1440-ernakulam-68cf7875-r2610",
    "identifier": [
      {
        "@type": "PropertyValue",
        "name": "Bethsada Junior School",
        "value": "5b684887-e06a-485c-a024-e570317d1251"
      },
      {
        "@type": "PropertyValue",
        "name": "board",
        "value": "CBSE"
      },
      {
        "@type": "PropertyValue",
        "name": "role",
        "value": "hod-computer-science"
      }
    ],
    "title": "HOD Computer Science",
    "description": "Bethsada Junior School, established 2005, is a CBSE-affiliated secondary school in Ernakulam, Kerala.\n\nThe school is hiring a HOD Computer Science. 2 positions open. Indicative pay: ₹9.6 LPA–₹21.5 LPA per year. Joining: immediate, or as per notice period.\n\nWhat you will do:\n- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.\n- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.\n- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.\n- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.\n- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans.\n\nIdeal candidate — you have:\n- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.\n- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.\n- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.\n- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.",
    "datePosted": "2026-10-29T15:18:55.216+00:00",
    "employmentType": "FULL_TIME",
    "hiringOrganization": {
      "@type": "Organization",
      "@id": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/schools/bethsada-junior-school-airapuram-p-o-1440#school",
      "name": "Bethsada Junior School",
      "url": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/schools/bethsada-junior-school-airapuram-p-o-1440",
      "sameAs": "http://www.bethsadaschool.com",
      "address": {
        "@type": "PostalAddress",
        "addressCountry": "IN",
        "streetAddress": "AIRAPURAM P.O, KILIKULAM, ALUVA, ERNAKULAM",
        "addressLocality": "Ernakulam",
        "addressRegion": "Kerala",
        "postalCode": "683541"
      },
      "foundingDate": "2005"
    },
    "url": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/jobs/hod-computer-science-bethsada-junior-school-airapuram-p-o-1440-ernakulam-68cf7875-r2610",
    "mainEntityOfPage": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/jobs/hod-computer-science-bethsada-junior-school-airapuram-p-o-1440-ernakulam-68cf7875-r2610",
    "validThrough": "2027-02-26T15:18:55.216Z",
    "dateModified": "2026-10-30T01:08:36.684513+00:00",
    "jobLocation": {
      "@type": "Place",
      "address": {
        "@type": "PostalAddress",
        "addressCountry": "IN",
        "streetAddress": "AIRAPURAM P.O, KILIKULAM, ALUVA, ERNAKULAM",
        "addressLocality": "Ernakulam",
        "addressRegion": "Kerala",
        "postalCode": "683541"
      }
    },
    "baseSalary": {
      "@type": "MonetaryAmount",
      "currency": "INR",
      "value": {
        "@type": "QuantitativeValue",
        "unitText": "YEAR",
        "minValue": 963000,
        "maxValue": 2148000
      }
    },
    "occupationalCategory": "11-9032.00 Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary",
    "industry": "Education",
    "totalJobOpenings": 2,
    "experienceRequirements": {
      "@type": "OccupationalExperienceRequirements",
      "monthsOfExperience": 84
    }
  },
  "board": "CBSE",
  "schoolType": "Secondary Level",
  "status": "published",
  "descriptionText": "Bethsada Junior School, established 2005, is a CBSE-affiliated secondary school in Ernakulam, Kerala.\n\nThe school is hiring a HOD Computer Science. 2 positions open. Indicative pay: ₹9.6 LPA–₹21.5 LPA per year. Joining: immediate, or as per notice period.\n\nWhat you will do:\n• Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.\n• Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.\n• Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.\n• Represent the school in academic forums and audits.\n• Work with the Principal on medium-term plans.\n\nIdeal candidate — you have:\n• 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.\n• Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.\n• A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.\n• Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.",
  "aboutTheRole": "This HOD role is for a senior teacher ready to set the standard for the subject and coach a small team to deliver it consistently.",
  "dayToDay": [
    "Set the subject's annual scope-and-sequence.",
    "Hire and onboard new subject teachers.",
    "Run weekly department meetings.",
    "Moderate assessments and exam papers for the subject.",
    "Own subject-level board results and improvement plans."
  ],
  "estimatedBand": null,
  "enrichment": [
    {
      "id": "responsibilities",
      "heading": "What you'll handle as a HOD Computer Science",
      "body": "Drive subject excellence: peer-observe teachers, build resource banks, lead subject enrichment, and represent the department in academic council."
    },
    {
      "id": "board-context",
      "heading": "Working in a CBSE school",
      "body": "**CBSE** schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy."
    }
  ],
  "faq": [
    {
      "q": "What is the leave policy?",
      "a": "Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter."
    },
    {
      "q": "Are detailed lesson plans expected?",
      "a": "Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided."
    },
    {
      "q": "Can I negotiate the salary at Bethsada Junior School?",
      "a": "Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities."
    },
    {
      "q": "When are increments and bonuses given?",
      "a": "Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer."
    },
    {
      "q": "Are meals provided at school?",
      "a": "Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff."
    },
    {
      "q": "What's the interview process like for this teaching role?",
      "a": "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."
    },
    {
      "q": "How big are the classes?",
      "a": "Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25."
    },
    {
      "q": "When does the school want the joining date to be?",
      "a": "Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is English fluency required?",
      "a": "Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected."
    },
    {
      "q": "What kind of professional development is offered?",
      "a": "Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing."
    }
  ]
}