St. Philomena School is hiring a HOD Science — St. Philomena School in Bangalore
St. Philomena SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Science — St. Philomena School
- School
- St. Philomena School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.3L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 10–12 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
St. Philomena School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a HOD Science — St. Philomena School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. The school has been running for 26+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
St. Philomena School, a State Board school in Bangalore, 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. Philomena School is a Private, Secondary school and also a Day School situated at Kumbalgodu, Bangalore.
What you'll handle as a HOD Science — St. Philomena School
Lead a subject department: hire and mentor teachers, design subject scope-and-sequence, moderate assessments, and report on subject-level outcomes.
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
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Bangalore
Bengaluru has India's largest cluster of international schools and a strong demand for IB/Cambridge-trained teachers.
Common questions about this role
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
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.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Science — St. Philomena School role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
About St. Philomena School
St. Philomena School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 2000, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.
St. Philomena School is a Private, Secondary school and also a Day School situated at Kumbalgodu, Bangalore.
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