HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Pathways World School
- City
- Gurgaon
- State
- Haryana
- Board
- IB Board
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹14L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 31 May 2026
- Closing date
- 20 Jul 2026
HOD Science salary in Gurgaon — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
IB schools typically pay 25-40% above the CBSE median for the same experience.
Apply for HOD Science at Pathways World School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
- Established school — running for 23+ years.
Job description
Overview
Immediate opening: HOD Science at Pathways World School in Gurgaon, Haryana. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. About Pathways World School: a senior secondary institution in Gurgaon, Haryana — a IB-affiliated school, established 2003,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹10.7 LPA – ₹14.1 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Pathways World School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
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 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 is the salary for this HOD Science 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.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
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.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
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How do I write an application email for this HOD Science role?
Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.
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.
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Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
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Key facts about Pathways World School
- Founded
- 2003
- Board
- IB Board
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 10:1
Spread over 32 Acres campus, Consistently ranked as the #1 International Day cum Residential School in north India. Pathways World School, Gurgaon was the first school to be launched under the Pathways umbrella in the year 2003. Situated in the majestic Aravali foothills, It is a coed school with a boys-girls ratio of 57:43, having 54% faculty available on campus. The School offers flexible Day and Boarding options between Day School, Week, Fortnight, and Term Boarding. Provides Residential facilities based on the British independent boarding system which includes comfortable study bedrooms & common rooms, and catering of international standards. Entitled with ‘Designshare Award’ in 2003 for its aesthetic and purposeful infrastructure design and the ‘Best IT User Award in the education category in the country’ from NASSCOM. PWS has a separate Additional Academics support department that follows a software tools-based learning.
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