HOD Science — KC High International School Opening — KC High International School, Chennai
KC High International SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Science — KC High International School
- School
- KC High International School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- IB Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.0L – ₹9.0L per year
- Experience
- 5–12 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the HOD Science — KC High International School at KC High International School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. Curriculum: IB BOARD. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
KC High International School, a IB Board school in Chennai, 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: KC High International School is a IB Board Day School in Navalur, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a HOD Science — KC High International School
Drive subject excellence: peer-observe teachers, build resource banks, lead subject enrichment, and represent the department in academic council.
Working in an IB BOARD school
Teaching in the IB means planners, formative assessment, learner-profile attributes and ongoing IB-pedagogy training.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Chennai
Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.
Common questions about this role
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
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.
What kind of professional development is offered?
IB schools regularly fund official workshops (IB Category 1/2/3 or Cambridge PD) for full-time teachers. Internal weekly PD sessions are also common.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
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.
About KC High International School
KC High International School is a day school affiliated to IB Board, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
KC High International School is a IB Board Day School in Navalur, Chennai.
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