Mumbai: HOD Science — IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya Job at IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya
IES Digambar Patkar VidyalayaKey facts
- Role
- HOD Science — IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya
- School
- IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.3L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 10–12 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya (Mumbai, Maharashtra) is inviting applications for a HOD Science — IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya. The school has been running for 109+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya, a State Board school in Mumbai, 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: IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya is a State Board Day School in Dadar East, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a HOD Science — IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya
Lead a subject department: hire and mentor teachers, design subject scope-and-sequence, moderate assessments, and report on subject-level outcomes.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
Working in a state-board setting means following the state curriculum, term plans and local examination patterns.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Mumbai
Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
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.
What qualifications are required for a HOD Science — IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya?
Most HOD Science — IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya 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.
About IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya
IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1917, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya is a State Board Day School in Dadar East, Mumbai.
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