HOD Science — St. Mary'S Orphanage & Day School Vacancy at St. Mary'S Orphanage & Day School, Kolkata
St. Mary'S Orphanage & Day SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Science — St. Mary'S Orphanage & Day School
- School
- St. Mary'S Orphanage & Day School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.1L – ₹10L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 5 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
St. Mary'S Orphanage & Day School, a ICSE 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. Mary’s is one of the most prestigious schools of Calcutta having one of the biggest campuses in the city comprising two football fields, an auditorium, a basketball court, a skating rink, parks, badminton court, swimming pool and of course class rooms. The school also has a library, computer centres, laboratories and a chapel hosting mass and other holy events.
Common questions about this role
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most ICSE/ISC schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
About St. Mary'S Orphanage & Day School
st. Mary’s is one of the most prestigious schools of Calcutta having one of the biggest campuses in the city comprising two football fields, an auditorium, a basketball court, a skating rink, parks, badminton court, swimming pool and of course class rooms. The school also has a library, computer centres, laboratories and a chapel hosting mass and other holy events.
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