HOD Science — Orchids The International School Opening — Orchids The International School, Chennai
Orchids The International SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Science — Orchids The International School
- School
- Orchids The International School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- 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
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the HOD Science — Orchids The International School at Orchids The International School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. Curriculum: CBSE. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
Orchids The International School, a CBSE school in Chennai, 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 Manapakkam, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a HOD Science — Orchids The International School
Drive subject excellence: peer-observe teachers, build resource banks, lead subject enrichment, and represent the department in academic council.
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 Chennai
Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.
Common questions about this role
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
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.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Science — Orchids The International School 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.
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.
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.
About Orchids The International School
Orchids The International School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
Orchids The International School is a CBSE Day School in Manapakkam, Chennai.
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