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HOD Science

₹12L – ₹24L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 15 Jul 12 days left
Mysuru, Karnatakafull-timePosted 34d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
Sera-je Secondary School
City
Mysuru
State
Karnataka
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹24L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
30 May 2026
Closing date
15 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Science salary in Mysuru — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.6L
per year
Typical
₹17.7L
per year
Senior / high
₹23.8L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Science

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Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Sera-je Secondary School is looking for a HOD Science in Mysuru, Karnataka to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Sera-je Secondary School, established 1985, runs as a secondary campus in Mysuru, Karnataka — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹11.6 LPA – ₹23.8 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Sera-je Secondary School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

What does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

How much experience do I need for this HOD Science role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

How do I apply for this HOD Science vacancy?

Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.

What qualifications are required for a HOD Science?

Most HOD 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.

How do I write an application email for this HOD Science role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Science application — Sera-je Secondary School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Sera-je Secondary School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

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 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 Mysuru.

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Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Sera-je Secondary School

Key facts about Sera-je Secondary School

Key facts
Founded
1985
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
PENPA SANGPO
Affiliation #
830057
Address
P.O. BYLAKUPE DT. MYSORE DIST KARNATAKA, P.o. Bylakupe Dt., Mysuru, Karnataka, 571104

Sera-je Secondary School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1985, located in Mysuru, Karnataka.

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