Mumbai: HOD Science — Our Lady of Vailankanni High School Job at Our Lady of Vailankanni High School
Our Lady of Vailankanni High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Science — Our Lady of Vailankanni High School
- School
- Our Lady of Vailankanni High School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.2L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 10–15 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Our Lady of Vailankanni High School (Mumbai, Maharashtra) is inviting applications for a HOD Science — Our Lady of Vailankanni High School. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 44+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
Our Lady of Vailankanni High School, a State Board school in Mumbai, 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: Our Lady of Vailankanni High School is a State Board Day School in Borivali West, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a HOD Science — Our Lady of Vailankanni High School
Drive subject excellence: peer-observe teachers, build resource banks, lead subject enrichment, and represent the department in academic council.
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 Mumbai
Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.
Common questions about this role
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.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
What is the salary for this HOD Science — Our Lady of Vailankanni 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.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
About Our Lady of Vailankanni High School
Our Lady of Vailankanni High School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1982, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Our Lady of Vailankanni High School is a State Board Day School in Borivali West, Mumbai.
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