HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Swami Vivekanand Govt Model School, Deogarh
- City
- Rajsamand
- State
- Rajasthan
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹27L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 23 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 10 Aug 2026
HOD Science salary in Rajsamand — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Science
at Swami Vivekanand Govt Model School, Deogarh
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Job description
Overview
Applications are invited for a HOD Science at Swami Vivekanand Govt Model School, Deogarh in Rajsamand, Rajasthan. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. Swami Vivekanand Govt Model School, Deogarh, established 2014, is a senior secondary school in Rajsamand, Rajasthan — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Science leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹10.9 LPA – ₹27.3 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 through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Swami Vivekanand Govt Model School, Deogarh instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
What qualifications are required for a HOD Science?
Most HOD 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.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
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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.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
Where exactly is Swami Vivekanand Govt Model School, Deogarh located?
The school is in Rajsamand, Rajasthan. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Swami Vivekanand Govt Model School, Deogarh
Key facts about Swami Vivekanand Govt Model School, Deogarh
- Founded
- 2014
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- KAILASH SINGH CHOUHAN
- Affiliation #
- 1720056
Swami Vivekanand Govt Model School, Deogarh is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2014, located in Rajsamand, Rajasthan.
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Interview questions & answers for HOD Science
Common questions Indian schools ask for HOD Science roles in Rajsamand (CBSE panel) — with a short sample answer for each so you can walk in prepared.
1. How should I answer the salary expectation question?
Give a range, not a single number. Anchor on the typical HOD Science band in Rajsamand (see the Salary snapshot on this page) plus a 10-15% premium for your experience. Say you're open to discussion once the role scope is confirmed.
2. What is your vision for improving academic outcomes in a CBSE school?
Frame it as three horizons: 100-day audit of teaching quality + assessment data, one-year focus on 2-3 subject departments' pedagogy, three-year plan for co-curricular breadth and university outcomes. Anchor each in CBSE benchmarks.
3. Tell me about yourself — how should I frame my self-introduction?
Keep it 60-90 seconds: start with your name and current role, then two or three highlights that map to the HOD Science brief (qualifications, subject/level, standout achievement), and close with why Swami Vivekanand Govt Model School, Deogarh in particular. Avoid your personal life — schools evaluate structure and clarity here.
4. How do you handle classroom discipline?
Lead with prevention: clear routines, seating design, and engagement pacing. Follow with a de-escalation sequence (private redirect → restorative conversation → parent loop-in) and mention that you document incidents. Schools want a framework, not a "punish" answer.
5. How should I discuss my notice period and joining date?
Be upfront and specific: last working day at current school, earliest realistic joining date, and any flexibility (early release, unpaid leave). Schools plan around academic calendars — a clear date wins over vague "as soon as possible".
6. How do you develop and mentor teachers on your team?
Describe a structured cycle: goal-setting → learning walks → post-observation coaching → one PD focus per term. Mention how you'd differentiate between an early-career teacher and a mid-career specialist — leaders are hired on their systems, not their opinions.