HOD Science — MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School Vacancy at MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School, Kolkata
MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Science — MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School
- School
- MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.9L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 10–15 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the HOD Science — MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School at MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. Curriculum: CISCE. The school has been running for 38+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School, a CISCE 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: MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School is a CISCE Day School in Behala, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a HOD Science — MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School
Drive subject excellence: peer-observe teachers, build resource banks, lead subject enrichment, and represent the department in academic council.
Working in a CISCE school
This is an ICSE/ISC school — expect a project-heavy curriculum, strong language emphasis and detailed internal assessment portfolios.
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
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.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
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.
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.
About MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School
MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School is a day school affiliated to CISCE, established in 1988, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School is a CISCE Day School in Behala, Kolkata.
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