{
  "jsonld": {
    "@context": "https://schema.org",
    "@type": "JobPosting",
    "@id": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/jobs/hod-science-vikas-vidyaniketan-anakapalle-bypass-1-1-1-1-nh16-0503-visakhapatnam-vizag-94624c54-r2611",
    "identifier": [
      {
        "@type": "PropertyValue",
        "name": "Vikas Vidyaniketan",
        "value": "968a9172-8a52-4a57-ab10-380c7c813a06"
      },
      {
        "@type": "PropertyValue",
        "name": "board",
        "value": "CBSE"
      },
      {
        "@type": "PropertyValue",
        "name": "role",
        "value": "hod-science"
      }
    ],
    "title": "HOD Science",
    "description": "Vikas Vidyaniketan, established 2004, is a CBSE-affiliated senior secondary school in Visakhapatnam (Vizag), nan.\n\nThe school is hiring a HOD Science. 3 positions open. Indicative pay: ₹12.9 LPA–₹16.6 LPA per year. Joining: immediate, or as per notice period.\n\nResponsibilities:\n- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.\n- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.\n- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.\n- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.\n- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing.\n\nRequirements:\n- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).\n- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.\n- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.",
    "datePosted": "2026-11-08T07:36:08.8+00:00",
    "employmentType": "FULL_TIME",
    "hiringOrganization": {
      "@type": "Organization",
      "@id": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/schools/vikas-vidyaniketan-anakapalle-bypass-1-1-1-1-nh16-0503#school",
      "name": "Vikas Vidyaniketan",
      "url": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/schools/vikas-vidyaniketan-anakapalle-bypass-1-1-1-1-nh16-0503",
      "logo": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/api/media/logos/b3a444d9-bc28-46f5-957b-896c72be74df.png",
      "sameAs": "http://vikasvidyaniketan.com/",
      "address": {
        "@type": "PostalAddress",
        "addressCountry": "IN",
        "streetAddress": "Anakapalle Bypass, 1-1-1/1, NH16",
        "addressLocality": "Visakhapatnam (Vizag)",
        "postalCode": "530012"
      },
      "foundingDate": "2004"
    },
    "url": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/jobs/hod-science-vikas-vidyaniketan-anakapalle-bypass-1-1-1-1-nh16-0503-visakhapatnam-vizag-94624c54-r2611",
    "mainEntityOfPage": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/jobs/hod-science-vikas-vidyaniketan-anakapalle-bypass-1-1-1-1-nh16-0503-visakhapatnam-vizag-94624c54-r2611",
    "validThrough": "2027-03-08T07:36:08.800Z",
    "dateModified": "2026-11-10T04:07:55.599852+00:00",
    "jobLocation": {
      "@type": "Place",
      "address": {
        "@type": "PostalAddress",
        "addressCountry": "IN",
        "streetAddress": "Anakapalle Bypass, 1-1-1/1, NH16",
        "addressLocality": "Visakhapatnam (Vizag)",
        "postalCode": "530012"
      }
    },
    "baseSalary": {
      "@type": "MonetaryAmount",
      "currency": "INR",
      "value": {
        "@type": "QuantitativeValue",
        "unitText": "YEAR",
        "minValue": 1292000,
        "maxValue": 1665000
      }
    },
    "occupationalCategory": "11-9032.00 Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary",
    "industry": "Education",
    "totalJobOpenings": 3,
    "experienceRequirements": {
      "@type": "OccupationalExperienceRequirements",
      "monthsOfExperience": 84
    }
  },
  "board": "CBSE",
  "schoolType": "Senior Secondary",
  "status": "published",
  "descriptionText": "Vikas Vidyaniketan, established 2004, is a CBSE-affiliated senior secondary school in Visakhapatnam (Vizag), nan.\n\nThe school is hiring a HOD Science. 3 positions open. Indicative pay: ₹12.9 LPA–₹16.6 LPA per year. Joining: immediate, or as per notice period.\n\nResponsibilities:\n• Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.\n• Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.\n• Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.\n• Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.\n• Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing.\n\nRequirements:\n• Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).\n• Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.\n• Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.",
  "aboutTheRole": "Step up as HOD to define what excellent looks like in your subject — exemplar lessons, resource banks, peer observation and steady results.",
  "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 Science",
      "body": "Lead a subject department: hire and mentor teachers, design subject scope-and-sequence, moderate assessments, and report on subject-level outcomes."
    },
    {
      "id": "board-context",
      "heading": "Working in a CBSE school",
      "body": "As a **CBSE**-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades."
    }
  ],
  "faq": [
    {
      "q": "How do I write an application email for this HOD Science role?",
      "a": "A ready template with subject line, three-paragraph structure and attachment checklist (with a \"HOD Science — Vikas Vidyaniketan\" subject-line example) is in the guide: /guides/teacher-application-letter."
    },
    {
      "q": "When are increments and bonuses given?",
      "a": "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."
    },
    {
      "q": "Can I negotiate the salary at Vikas Vidyaniketan?",
      "a": "Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification."
    },
    {
      "q": "What qualifications are required for a HOD Science?",
      "a": "Most HOD Science roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?",
      "a": "The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms."
    },
    {
      "q": "What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?",
      "a": "Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is background verification done before joining?",
      "a": "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."
    },
    {
      "q": "Which curriculum does the school follow?",
      "a": "Vikas Vidyaniketan follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework."
    },
    {
      "q": "What is the average HOD Science salary in Visakhapatnam (Vizag)?",
      "a": "Refer to the on-page \"Salary snapshot\" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Science pay in Visakhapatnam (Vizag) rises with years of experience, board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further."
    },
    {
      "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."
    }
  ]
}