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  "descriptionText": "St Mary S Convent School, established 1974, is a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated senior secondary school in Howrah, West Bengal.\n\nThe school is hiring a PGT Political Science. 1 position open. Indicative pay: ₹3.1 LPA–₹7.7 LPA per year. Expected joining: April 2027 session.\n\nResponsibilities:\n• Plan and deliver lessons aligned to the school's curriculum and pacing guide.\n• Design classwork, homework, and assessments that test understanding and application.\n• Maintain student performance records and share regular feedback with parents.\n• Take part in academic reviews, faculty meetings, and professional development.\n• Mentor students and contribute to the school's co-curricular life.\n\nRequirements:\n• Bachelor's or Master's in the subject; B.Ed. preferred.\n• Strong subject knowledge and clear classroom communication.\n• Experience with the relevant grade level (high-potential freshers welcome).",
  "aboutTheRole": "This PGT role is for an experienced subject teacher who enjoys mentoring late-teen students through one of the most important academic years of their life.",
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    "Maintain detailed answer-script feedback and improvement plans.",
    "Contribute to subject-department planning and resource banks.",
    "Participate in board-result analysis and the next cycle's improvement plan.",
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      "id": "responsibilities",
      "heading": "What you'll handle as a PGT Political Science",
      "body": "Drive board-exam results — pre-board cycles, doubt-clearing sessions, OMR/answer-script feedback and competitive-exam guidance."
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      "body": "This is an **ICSE/ISC** school — expect a project-heavy curriculum, strong language emphasis and detailed internal assessment portfolios."
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      "q": "What qualifications are required for a PGT Political Science?",
      "a": "Most PGT Political Science 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."
    },
    {
      "q": "Can I negotiate the salary at St Mary S Convent School?",
      "a": "Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (ICSE/ISC) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification."
    },
    {
      "q": "Are detailed lesson plans expected?",
      "a": "Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is background verification done before joining?",
      "a": "Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready."
    },
    {
      "q": "How do I make a resume for a ICSE PGT Political Science job?",
      "a": "Use the free school-style resume builder — role-anchored headline, B.Ed/CTET/PD block, and measurable outcomes per school (a one-page PDF is what shortlisters want): /resume-builder."
    },
    {
      "q": "When are increments and bonuses given?",
      "a": "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."
    },
    {
      "q": "Are meals provided at school?",
      "a": "Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff."
    },
    {
      "q": "What questions are asked in a PGT Political Science interview?",
      "a": "Six sample questions with model answers for this exact role — including a demo-lesson walkthrough, classroom-management scenario and subject-specific probe — are in the PGT interview guide: /interview-questions/pgt-maths."
    },
    {
      "q": "Which curriculum does the school follow?",
      "a": "St Mary S Convent School follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework."
    },
    {
      "q": "Do I have to work weekends?",
      "a": "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."
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