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HOD Science

₹11L – ₹11L / yr7–11 yrsCloses 23 Jul 20 days left
Kanyakumari, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 27d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
N V K S Higher Secondary School
City
Kanyakumari
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹11L per year
Experience
7–11 years
Posted
6 Jun 2026
Closing date
23 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Science salary in Kanyakumari — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.6L
per year
Typical
₹11.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹11.4L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Science

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

An opening for a HOD Science in Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu at N V K S Higher Secondary School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. N V K S Higher Secondary School, established 1974, is a senior secondary school in Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Science leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹10.6 LPA – ₹11.4 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by N V K S Higher Secondary School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

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.

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 Kanyakumari.

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.

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.

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 English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

Are meals provided at school?

Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
2
About the school

N V K S Higher Secondary School

Key facts about N V K S Higher Secondary School

Key facts
Founded
1974
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SATHISH KUMAR R
Affiliation #
1930164
Address
ATTOR KANYAKUMARI DISTT. TAMIL NADU, Attor Distt. Tamil, Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu, 629191

N V K S Higher Secondary School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1974, located in Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu.

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