HOD Science
at Sri Chaitanya School, Sarjapur Road, Doddakannelli · Bangalore · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Sri Chaitanya School, Sarjapur Road, Doddakannelli
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.2L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 20 May 2026
- Closing date
- 9 Jul 20266 days left
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HOD Science
at Sri Chaitanya School, Sarjapur Road, Doddakannelli
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- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
- Closing in 6 days — shortlisting this week.
Job description
Overview
Applications are invited for a HOD Science at Sri Chaitanya School, Sarjapur Road, Doddakannelli in Bangalore, Karnataka. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. Sri Chaitanya School, Sarjapur Road, Doddakannelli in Bangalore, Karnataka operates as a secondary school — a State Board-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹7.2 LPA – ₹12.6 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Sri Chaitanya School, Sarjapur Road, Doddakannelli instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
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 arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Bangalore run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.
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.
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.
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.
Can I negotiate the salary at Sri Chaitanya School, Sarjapur Road, Doddakannelli?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
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 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.
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.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Sri Chaitanya School, Sarjapur Road, Doddakannelli
Key facts about Sri Chaitanya School, Sarjapur Road, Doddakannelli
- Board
- State Board
- Type
- Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 20:1
Sri Chaitanya School, Sarjapur Road, Doddakannelli is a secondary affiliated to State Board, located in Bangalore, Karnataka. Classes follow a 20:1 student–teacher ratio.
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