
HOD Science — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya Opening — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya, Kolkata
Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath VidyalayaKey facts
- Role
- HOD Science — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya
- School
- Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.1L – ₹8.7L per year
- Experience
- 8–11 years
- Posted
- 3 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: HOD Science — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya, Kolkata, West Bengal. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 70+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya, a State Board school in Kolkata, 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: Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya is a State Board Day School in Jorabagan, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a HOD Science — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya
Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
This is a state-board school — expect bilingual delivery, state syllabus alignment and locally rooted curriculum context.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
How do I apply for this HOD Science — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya 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.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
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.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Science — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya 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.
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.
About Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya
Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1956, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya is a State Board Day School in Jorabagan, Kolkata.
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