HOD Science — Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, M. Gandapali, Bargarh

Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, M. Gandapali in Bargarh, Odisha is seeking a HOD Science who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, M. Gandapali, established 2021, is a senior secondary school in Bargarh, Odisha — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Context: the HOD Science reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Requirements:
• Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
• Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
• Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
• Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
• A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Perks and culture:
• Fair compensation with annual review (₹12.5 LPA – ₹13.6 LPA).
• Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
• Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
• A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
• A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Submit your application here so Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, M. Gandapali can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.