HOD Science — Orchids The International School Opening — Orchids The International School, Kolkata

Orchids The International School
Kolkata, West Bengalfull-time₹8.2L – ₹12L / yrCBSE9–13 yrs expPosted 17d ago

Key facts

Role
HOD Science — Orchids The International School
School
Orchids The International School
City
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.2L – ₹12L per year
Experience
9–13 years
Posted
6 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Verified school
Day School

Job description

Overview

Kolkata, West Bengal — a fresh opening for a HOD Science — Orchids The International School at Orchids The International School. Curriculum: CBSE. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.

Orchids The International School, a CBSE 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: Orchids The International School is a CBSE Day School in Joka, Kolkata.

What you'll handle as a HOD Science — Orchids The International School

Lead a subject department: hire and mentor teachers, design subject scope-and-sequence, moderate assessments, and report on subject-level outcomes.

Working in a CBSE school

CBSE schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy.

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

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

Where exactly is Orchids The International School located?

The school is in Kolkata, West Bengal. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

What qualifications are required for a HOD Science — Orchids The International School?

Most HOD Science — Orchids The International School roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.

About Orchids The International School

Orchids The International School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.

Orchids The International School is a CBSE Day School in Joka, Kolkata.

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Working at Orchids The International School

Perks

TransportationAlumni AssociationMedical RoomWifiSmart ClassesAC ClassesRampsDramaGardeningDebatePicnics and excursionMusic

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