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HOD Science

₹10L – ₹18L / yr6–10 yrsCloses 23 Aug
Raipur, ChattisgarhcontractPosted 5d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
St. Joseph's Senior Secondary School
City
Raipur
State
Chattisgarh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹10L – ₹18L per year
Experience
6–10 years
Posted
28 Jun 2026
Closing date
23 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Science salary in Raipur — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.1L
per year
Typical
₹14.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹17.9L
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.
  • Established school — running for 32+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join St. Joseph's Senior Secondary School in Raipur, Chattisgarh as our next HOD Science. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. St. Joseph's Senior Secondary School, established 1994, is a senior secondary campus in Raipur, Chattisgarh — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹10.1 LPA – ₹17.9 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. Submit your application on this page and St. Joseph's Senior Secondary School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.

Common questions about this role

What is the average HOD Science salary in Raipur?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Science pay in Raipur varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?

Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.

What questions are asked in a HOD Science interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

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

Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.

Where exactly is St. Joseph's Senior Secondary School located?

The school is in Raipur, Chattisgarh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

Where can I find similar vacancies?

Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Raipur), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.

Who fits

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Role details

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About the school

St. Joseph's Senior Secondary School

Key facts about St. Joseph's Senior Secondary School

Key facts
Founded
1994
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
FR THAINESE RAJ
Affiliation #
3330085
Address
JOSEPH'S TOWN, AMLIDHIHI, RAVIGRAM P.O., DISTT RAIPUR, CHHATTISGARH, Joseph's Town, Raipur, Chattisgarh, 492006

St. Joseph's Senior Secondary School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1994, located in Raipur, Chattisgarh.

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