PGT Psychology
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Key facts
- Role
- PGT Psychology
- School
- Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya
- City
- Howrah
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹4.6L – ₹8.5L per year
- Experience
- 1–3 years
- Posted
- 29 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 7 Sept 2026
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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
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya has opened applications for a PGT Psychology in Howrah, West Bengal. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, established 2006, is a senior secondary campus in Howrah, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Context: the PGT Psychology works inside the academic team and reports into the section head. The role is full-time and aligned with the published calendar, including assessment windows and parent meetings. Core responsibilities:
- Teach assigned classes per the published timetable.
- Plan units, lessons, and assessments using school templates.
- Track attendance, performance, and behaviour; act on early warnings.
- Engage with parents through structured PTMs and informal check-ins.
- Take part in the school's PD calendar and observation cycles. Candidate requirements:
- Graduate/Post-graduate with a teaching qualification (B.Ed./D.El.Ed. as relevant).
- Confident classroom presence and structured communication.
- Familiarity with the school's curriculum framework and assessment patterns.
- Willingness to plan thoroughly and accept peer/leader feedback.
- Genuine interest in students' academic and personal growth. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹4.6 LPA – ₹8.5 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Submit your application here so Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
How big are the classes?
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.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
What kind of professional development is offered?
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.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Howrah run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.
What questions are asked in a PGT Psychology interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for PGT Psychology roles in Howrah.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.
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Key facts about Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya
- Founded
- 2006
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- AWADHESH KUMAR SHARMA
- Affiliation #
- 2440013
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2006, located in Howrah, West Bengal.
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