PGT Political Science
at St. Xavier's School · Nainital · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- PGT Political Science
- School
- St. Xavier's School
- City
- Nainital
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹3.0L – ₹6.5L per year
- Experience
- 3–6 years
- Posted
- 3 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Jul 2026
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PGT Political 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 33+ years.
Job description
Overview
St. Xavier's School in Nainital, Uttarakhand is inviting applications for a PGT Political Science. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. St. Xavier's School, established 1993, runs as a senior secondary campus in Nainital, Uttarakhand — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. Details: a hands-on teaching role with clear classroom responsibilities. The PGT Political Science is expected to plan rigorously, teach with energy, assess fairly, and contribute to school life. Day to day, you will:
- Prepare lesson plans against the published syllabus.
- Run well-paced classroom sessions for assigned grades.
- Set and evaluate quizzes, unit tests, projects, and term papers.
- Hold PTMs and respond to parent communication promptly.
- Collaborate with the subject group on shared planning and assessments. Qualifications and skills:
- Graduation in the subject with a recognised teaching qualification.
- Demonstrated classroom delivery with the relevant age group.
- Clear understanding of formative and summative assessment design.
- Ability to collaborate within a subject team on shared plans.
- Punctuality, professionalism, and a strong sense of ownership. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹3.0 LPA – ₹6.5 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the St. Xavier's School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
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 does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
How do I write an application email for this PGT Political Science role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "PGT Political Science application — St. Xavier's School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why St. Xavier's School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
What qualifications are required for a PGT Political Science?
Most PGT Political Science 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.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
How much experience do I need for this PGT Political Science role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
St. Xavier's School
Key facts about St. Xavier's School
- Founded
- 1993
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- NAEEM ALI KHAN
- Affiliation #
- 3530096
St. Xavier's School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1993, located in Nainital, Uttarakhand.
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