HOD Science — Modern English Academy Vacancy at Modern English Academy, Kolkata
Modern English AcademyKey facts
- Role
- HOD Science — Modern English Academy
- School
- Modern English Academy
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.1L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 11–15 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: HOD Science — Modern English Academy — Modern English Academy, Kolkata, West Bengal. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: ICSE. The school has been running for 28+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Modern English Academy, a ICSE school in Kolkata, 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: Modern English Academy is a ICSE Day School in Barrackpore, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a HOD Science — Modern English Academy
Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.
Working in an ICSE school
ICSE/ISC schools prize depth of content, structured English-medium delivery and rigorous internal assessment cycles.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Modern English Academy located?
The school is in Kolkata, West Bengal. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
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.
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 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.
About Modern English Academy
Modern English Academy is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1998, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Modern English Academy is a ICSE Day School in Barrackpore, Kolkata.
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Perks
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