HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Kongu School Of Excellence
- City
- Dharmapuri
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹28L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 2 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 14 Aug 2026
HOD Science salary in Dharmapuri — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Science
at Kongu School Of Excellence
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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
Join the faculty at Kongu School Of Excellence as a HOD Science in Dharmapuri, Tamilnadu. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. About Kongu School Of Excellence: a secondary institution in Dharmapuri, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2016,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Position: as HOD Science, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹11.8 LPA – ₹28.4 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Kongu School Of Excellence. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
What is the average HOD Science salary in Dharmapuri?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Science roles in Dharmapuri. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
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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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.
What qualifications are required for a HOD Science?
Most HOD Science 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.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Science role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
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 Dharmapuri.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Kongu School Of Excellence
Key facts about Kongu School Of Excellence
- Founded
- 2016
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- SHARMILA DEVI J
- Affiliation #
- 1931313
Kongu School Of Excellence is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Dharmapuri, Tamilnadu.
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