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HOD Science

₹9.4L – ₹19L / yr7–9 yrsCloses 7 Aug
Chennai, Tamilnadupart-timePosted 31d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
Sandipani Vidyalaya
City
Chennai
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Part Time
Salary
₹9.4L – ₹19L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
2 Jun 2026
Closing date
7 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Science salary in Chennai — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹9.4L
per year
Typical
₹14.2L
per year
Senior / high
₹19.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Science

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Job description

Overview

Sandipani Vidyalaya in Chennai, Tamilnadu is hiring a HOD Science. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. Sandipani Vidyalaya, established 2022, is a senior secondary school in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Role: as HOD Science, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹9.4 LPA – ₹19.0 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Sandipani Vidyalaya. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

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Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a part time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

What questions are asked in a HOD Science interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Science roles in Chennai.

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.

Is there a probation period?

Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.

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About the school

Sandipani Vidyalaya

Key facts about Sandipani Vidyalaya

Key facts
Founded
2022
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
BHUVANA SHANKAR
Affiliation #
1931521
Address
VADAPALANI, CHENNAI, Vadapalani, Chennai, Tamilnadu, 600026

Sandipani Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2022, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.

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