HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Saraswathi Vidyalaya
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹19L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 5 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 11 Aug 2026
HOD Science salary in Chennai — snapshot
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HOD Science
at Saraswathi Vidyalaya
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 70+ years.
Job description
Overview
Saraswathi Vidyalaya is recruiting a HOD Science in Chennai, Tamilnadu. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. Saraswathi Vidyalaya, established 1956, is a senior secondary campus in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. What the role looks like: the HOD Science owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹11.0 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Saraswathi Vidyalaya. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
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.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Saraswathi Vidyalaya
Key facts about Saraswathi Vidyalaya
- Founded
- 1956
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- K S NATARAJAN
- Affiliation #
- 1930666
Saraswathi Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1956, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.
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