HOD Science — Podar International School, Sara City Vacancy at Podar International School, Sara City, Pune

Podar International School, Sara City
Pune, Maharashtrafull-time₹8.9L – ₹13L / yrCBSE8–11 yrs expPosted 27d ago

Key facts

Role
HOD Science — Podar International School, Sara City
School
Podar International School, Sara City
City
Pune
State
Maharashtra
Board
CBSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.9L – ₹13L per year
Experience
8–11 years
Posted
24 May 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 2019

Job description

Overview

Now hiring: HOD Science — Podar International School, Sara City — Podar International School, Sara City, Pune, Maharashtra. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 7+ years. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.

Podar International School, Sara City, a CBSE school in Pune, 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: Podar International School, Sara City is a CBSE Day School in Chakan, Pune.

What you'll handle as a HOD Science — Podar International School, Sara City

Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.

Working in a CBSE school

This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.

Working conditions

Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.

About teaching in Pune

Pune has a healthy mix of CBSE, ICSE and IB schools, with strong demand around the academic-year onboarding cycle.

Common questions about this role

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 English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

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.

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.

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.

About Podar International School, Sara City

Podar International School, Sara City is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2019, located in Pune, Maharashtra.

Podar International School, Sara City is a CBSE Day School in Chakan, Pune.

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Working at Podar International School, Sara City

Perks

Medical RoomTransportationAC ClassesWifiSmart ClassesArt and CraftDanceDramaMusicPicnics and excursionDebateCafeteria/Canteen