HOD Science — St. Margaret Convent School Vacancy at St. Margaret Convent School, Kolkata

St. Margaret Convent School
Kolkata, West Bengalfull-time₹7.9L – ₹11L / yrCBSE9–12 yrs expPosted 21d ago

Key facts

Role
HOD Science — St. Margaret Convent School
School
St. Margaret Convent School
City
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.9L – ₹11L per year
Experience
9–12 years
Posted
2 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 2021

Job description

Overview

Now hiring: HOD Science — St. Margaret Convent School — St. Margaret Convent School, Kolkata, West Bengal. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 5+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.

St. Margaret Convent School, a CBSE 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: St. Margaret Convent School is a CBSE Day School in Barasat, Kolkata.

What you'll handle as a HOD Science — St. Margaret Convent School

Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.

Working in a CBSE school

This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.

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

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

What qualifications are required for a HOD Science — St. Margaret Convent School?

Most HOD Science — St. Margaret Convent School 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.

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.

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

About St. Margaret Convent School

St. Margaret Convent School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2021, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.

St. Margaret Convent School is a CBSE Day School in Barasat, Kolkata.

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