HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Paparao School
- City
- Prakasam
- State
- Andhra Pradesh
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Secondary
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹13L – ₹14L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 26 May 2026
- Closing date
- 6 Aug 2026
HOD Science salary in Prakasam — snapshot
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HOD Science
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Established school — running for 40+ years.
Job description
Overview
Paparao School in Prakasam, Andhra Pradesh is inviting applications for a HOD Science. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. About Paparao School in Prakasam, Andhra Pradesh: a secondary institution, established 1986, — a State Board-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. About the role: the HOD Science is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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 (₹12.7 LPA – ₹14.0 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Paparao School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
Can I negotiate the salary at Paparao School?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
Does Paparao School help with relocation from another city?
Relocation support varies by school. Residential campuses often include free accommodation and meals; day schools may offer a one-time shifting allowance or help with local rental scouting. Confirm the specifics in writing before you accept.
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.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
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How do I write an application email for this HOD Science role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Science application — Paparao School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Paparao School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
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.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Science 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.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Paparao School
Key facts about Paparao School
- Founded
- 1986
- Board
- State Board
- Type
- Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
The schools "Paparao High School" and "Paparao Primary School" are operated under the aieges of Paparao Educational Academy serving the deprived of education for past three decades. The society operated High School, Primary School & Pre Primary Schools in a vast, serene integrated campus.
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