HOD Science

St. Thomas School· Est. 1924 · CBSE · Shimla
₹8.6L – ₹15.6LCBSEcontractOn-site7–9 yrs3 openingsCloses 27 Aug
● posted 23 Jun

Why apply

Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Established school — running since 1924.

What you'll handle

·Set the subject's annual scope-and-sequence.
·Hire and onboard new subject teachers.
·Run weekly department meetings.
·Moderate assessments and exam papers for the subject.
·Own subject-level board results and improvement plans.

Requirements

Role details

Vacancies
3

Working in a CBSE school

As a CBSE-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Shimla.

  1. Coordinator
  2. Academic Coordinator
  3. Vice Principal
  4. Principal

Salary & benefits

₹8.6L – ₹15.6L / yr

Pay benchmark — HOD Science in Shimla

₹8.6L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹8.6L – ₹15.6L / yr
TYPICAL
₹15.6L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

St. Thomas School requires a HOD Science in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. St. Thomas School in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1924,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Context: the HOD Science reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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 (₹8.6 LPA – ₹15.6 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by St. Thomas School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
St. Thomas School
CBSE · Senior Secondary Level · Shimla · Est. 1924
1924
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
Senior Secondary Level
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
VIDHUPRIYA CHAKRAVARTY
PRINCIPAL
630143
AFFILIATION
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
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