HOD Science — St. Xavier's High School Opening — St. Xavier's High School, Thane
St. Xavier's High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Science — St. Xavier's High School
- School
- St. Xavier's High School
- City
- Thane
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.0L – ₹9.0L per year
- Experience
- 5–12 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
St. Xavier's High School, a State Board school in Thane, 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:
Our vision is to create an excellent global educational institution where students can thrive academically, physically, psychologically, and socially. We believe in nurturing well-rounded individuals who have the knowledge, attitude, skills, and moral values necessary to succeed in the 21st century.
With our innovative teaching methods and talented educators who follow our KASSM (Knowledge, Attitude, Skills, Social & Moral Values. Values) approach, we strive to empower and inspire our learners. Our ultimate goal is to help students become confident, capable, and successful individuals who are ready to take on the challenges of the future.
Common questions about this role
How much experience do I need for this HOD Science — St. Xavier's High School 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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
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.
Is English fluency required?
Bilingual fluency (English + regional language) is typically expected at state-board schools, especially for lower grades. Senior-secondary subject roles lean more English-first.
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.
About St. Xavier's High School
Our vision is to create an excellent global educational institution where students can thrive academically, physically, psychologically, and socially. We believe in nurturing well-rounded individuals who have the knowledge, attitude, skills, and moral values necessary to succeed in the 21st century. With our innovative teaching methods and talented educators who follow our KASSM (Knowledge, Attitude, Skills, Social & Moral Values. Values) approach, we strive to empower and inspire our learners. Our ultimate goal is to help students become confident, capable, and successful individuals who are ready to take on the challenges of the future.
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