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HOD Science

₹8.9L – ₹25L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 1 Aug 29 days left
Bhubaneswar (BBSR), Odishafull-timePosted 20d ago
IB Board
Senior Secondary

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
KIIT International School
City
Bhubaneswar (BBSR)
State
Odisha
Board
IB Board
School type
Senior Secondary
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.9L – ₹25L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
13 Jun 2026
Closing date
1 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Science salary in Bhubaneswar (BBSR) — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹8.9L
per year
Typical
₹16.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹24.8L
per year

IB schools typically pay 25-40% above the CBSE median for the same experience.

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HOD Science

at KIIT International School

29 days left

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What you'll do

Job description

Overview

An opening for a HOD Science in Bhubaneswar (BBSR), Odisha at KIIT International School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. KIIT International School, established 2013, runs as a senior secondary campus in Bhubaneswar (BBSR), Odisha — a IB-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹8.9 LPA – ₹24.8 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at KIIT International School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.

Common questions about this role

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

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.

How do I make a resume for a IB BOARD HOD Science job?

Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.

What questions are asked in a HOD Science 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 HOD Science roles in Bhubaneswar (BBSR).

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Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

KIIT International School

Key facts about KIIT International School

Key facts
Founded
2013
Board
IB Board
Type
Senior Secondary
Student-teacher ratio
10:1
Address
Kiit Campus 9, Bhubaneswar, Kiit Campus 9, Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneswar (BBSR), Odisha, 751024

KiiT International school is the ideal institution for children as it instils in them the power of positive thinking, exemplary speed of execution, insatiable desire for new information and knowledge. Children are encouraged to develop a global mindset and a penchant for out-of-box thinking. The course curriculum has been designed by benchmarking with the best practices from institutions around the world.

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