Kolkata: HOD Science — Nava Nalanda High School Job at Nava Nalanda High School
Nava Nalanda High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Science — Nava Nalanda High School
- School
- Nava Nalanda High School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹5.4L – ₹7.9L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Nava Nalanda High School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a HOD Science — Nava Nalanda High School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 59+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Nava Nalanda High School, a State Board 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: Nava Nalanda High School is a State Board Day School in Jodhpur Park, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a HOD Science — Nava Nalanda High School
Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
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 salary for this HOD Science — Nava Nalanda High School role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Science — Nava Nalanda High School role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
About Nava Nalanda High School
Nava Nalanda High School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1967, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Nava Nalanda High School is a State Board Day School in Jodhpur Park, Kolkata.
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