HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Indian School, Box 4943 Ras-al-khaimah
- City
- United Arab Emirates
- State
- Foreign Schools
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 28 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 5 Sept 2026
HOD Science salary in United Arab Emirates — snapshot
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HOD Science
at Indian School, Box 4943 Ras-al-khaimah
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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
Indian School, Box 4943 Ras-al-khaimah is looking for a HOD Science in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Indian School, Box 4943 Ras-al-khaimah, established 1979, is a senior secondary campus in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. About the role: the HOD Science is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹11.1 LPA – ₹13.2 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Submit your application on this page and Indian School, Box 4943 Ras-al-khaimah will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
Common questions about this role
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.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (United Arab Emirates), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD Science job?
A CBSE-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Indian School, Box 4943 Ras-al-khaimah
Key facts about Indian School, Box 4943 Ras-al-khaimah
- Founded
- 1979
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- ABDULLA KUTTY VALAPPIL
- Affiliation #
- 6630014
Indian School, Box 4943 Ras-al-khaimah is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1979, located in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools.
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Interview questions & answers for HOD Science
Common questions Indian schools ask for HOD Science roles in United Arab Emirates (CBSE panel) — with a short sample answer for each so you can walk in prepared.
1. What is your vision for improving academic outcomes in a CBSE school?
Frame it as three horizons: 100-day audit of teaching quality + assessment data, one-year focus on 2-3 subject departments' pedagogy, three-year plan for co-curricular breadth and university outcomes. Anchor each in CBSE benchmarks.
2. Tell me about yourself — how should I frame my self-introduction?
Keep it 60-90 seconds: start with your name and current role, then two or three highlights that map to the HOD Science brief (qualifications, subject/level, standout achievement), and close with why Indian School, Box 4943 Ras-al-khaimah in particular. Avoid your personal life — schools evaluate structure and clarity here.
3. How would you handle a difficult parent meeting?
Listen first, restate the concern, share data (assessment scores, work samples, incident notes), then propose two next steps with a follow-up date. Emphasise you'd loop in the coordinator/HOD for anything unresolved — schools want partnership, not solo heroics.
4. Why did you choose teaching as a career?
Anchor it in a specific moment — a mentor, a classroom win, or an impact story on a student. Panels want authenticity plus a link to the future ("that's why I want to work with Grade X at your school"), not a scripted "I love kids" answer.
5. Walk me through your discipline framework.
Start with school-wide expectations (positive, visible, consistent), a tiered response ladder, a documented referral path, and a restorative element. Close with how you engage parents proactively so escalations don't come as a surprise.
6. Will I need to submit a sample lesson plan?
Assume yes — most CBSE schools ask for one alongside the demo. Structure it as: objective → prior knowledge check → input (10 min) → guided practice → independent task → plenary. Include differentiation notes and one assessment prompt.