{
  "jsonld": {
    "@context": "https://schema.org",
    "@type": "JobPosting",
    "@id": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/jobs/tgt-social-studies-purnia-high-school-10090400302-purnia-7b21aefc",
    "identifier": {
      "@type": "PropertyValue",
      "name": "Purnia High School",
      "value": "d12f414f-1a3a-4caf-85ea-551763dcb936"
    },
    "title": "TGT Social Studies",
    "description": "Purnia High School is a senior secondary school in Purnia, Bihar.\n\nThe school is hiring a TGT Social Studies. 2 positions open. Indicative pay: ₹4.8 LPA–₹5.4 LPA per year. Expected joining: April 2027 session.\n\nWhat you will do:\n- Own subject delivery across the assigned classes.\n- Differentiate instruction so mixed-ability classrooms see steady progress.\n- Design classroom assessments and support the examination cycle.\n- Maintain academic records on the school's ERP.\n- Support events, exhibitions, and parent meetings as needed.\n\nIdeal candidate — you have:\n- A strong academic background in the subject and a teaching qualification.\n- Prior classroom experience at the relevant grade level.\n- Patience, clarity, and a calm approach to classroom situations.\n- Grade-appropriate written and spoken English.\n- The discipline to plan, document, and review your own teaching.",
    "datePosted": "2026-09-18T15:27:30.418+00:00",
    "employmentType": "FULL_TIME",
    "hiringOrganization": {
      "@type": "Organization",
      "@id": "#org:e3da5d8a-2e6d-4d13-aaf1-d66df23f5ee5",
      "name": "Purnia High School",
      "sameAs": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/schools/purnia-high-school-10090400302",
      "address": {
        "@type": "PostalAddress",
        "addressCountry": "IN",
        "streetAddress": "BESIDE OF MILLIA CONVENT ENGLISH SCHOOL RAMBAGH PURNEA",
        "addressLocality": "Purnia East",
        "addressRegion": "Bihar"
      },
      "numberOfEmployees": {
        "@type": "QuantitativeValue",
        "value": 12
      }
    },
    "url": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/jobs/tgt-social-studies-purnia-high-school-10090400302-purnia-7b21aefc",
    "mainEntityOfPage": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/jobs/tgt-social-studies-purnia-high-school-10090400302-purnia-7b21aefc",
    "validThrough": "2026-12-02T15:27:30.418+00:00",
    "dateModified": "2026-09-23T03:46:23.320519+00:00",
    "directApply": true,
    "jobLocation": {
      "@type": "Place",
      "address": {
        "@type": "PostalAddress",
        "addressCountry": "IN",
        "streetAddress": "BESIDE OF MILLIA CONVENT ENGLISH SCHOOL RAMBAGH PURNEA",
        "addressLocality": "Purnia",
        "addressRegion": "Bihar",
        "postalCode": "854315"
      }
    },
    "applicantLocationRequirements": {
      "@type": "Country",
      "name": "India"
    },
    "baseSalary": {
      "@type": "MonetaryAmount",
      "currency": "INR",
      "value": {
        "@type": "QuantitativeValue",
        "unitText": "YEAR",
        "minValue": 477000,
        "maxValue": 538000
      }
    },
    "occupationalCategory": "25-2022.00 Middle School Teachers",
    "industry": "Education",
    "totalJobOpenings": 2,
    "experienceRequirements": {
      "@type": "OccupationalExperienceRequirements",
      "monthsOfExperience": 24
    }
  },
  "board": null,
  "schoolType": "Private Unaided (Recognized)",
  "status": "published",
  "descriptionText": "Purnia High School is a senior secondary school in Purnia, Bihar.\n\nThe school is hiring a TGT Social Studies. 2 positions open. Indicative pay: ₹4.8 LPA–₹5.4 LPA per year. Expected joining: April 2027 session.\n\nWhat you will do:\n• Own subject delivery across the assigned classes.\n• Differentiate instruction so mixed-ability classrooms see steady progress.\n• Design classroom assessments and support the examination cycle.\n• Maintain academic records on the school's ERP.\n• Support events, exhibitions, and parent meetings as needed.\n\nIdeal candidate — you have:\n• A strong academic background in the subject and a teaching qualification.\n• Prior classroom experience at the relevant grade level.\n• Patience, clarity, and a calm approach to classroom situations.\n• Grade-appropriate written and spoken English.\n• The discipline to plan, document, and review your own teaching.",
  "aboutTheRole": "Step into a TGT role with real classroom ownership: plan units, run assessments, mentor a homeroom and contribute to one co-curricular activity you care about.",
  "dayToDay": [
    "Lead one co-curricular activity or club for the section.",
    "Support exam invigilation and answer-script moderation.",
    "Maintain assessment records and report cards to school deadlines.",
    "Run remedial sessions for students falling behind.",
    "Set, conduct and grade periodic tests and unit assessments."
  ],
  "estimatedBand": null,
  "enrichment": [
    {
      "id": "responsibilities",
      "heading": "What you'll handle as a TGT Social Studies",
      "body": "Teach your subject across Grades 6–8/10, plan differentiated lessons, set and grade assessments, and run remedial sessions for struggling learners."
    }
  ],
  "faq": [
    {
      "q": "Do I need CTET / STET to apply?",
      "a": "CTET/STET is preferred for most board-affiliated school teaching roles. the school's schools differ in how strictly this is enforced — apply even if you don't have it, and clear it in parallel."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?",
      "a": "For most K-12 teaching positions a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations; pre-primary and special-skill roles sometimes accept relevant certification in lieu. Detailed CTET/TET and eligibility rules are covered in the guide: /guides/ctet-tet-qualifications."
    },
    {
      "q": "How big are the classes?",
      "a": "Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach."
    },
    {
      "q": "Where can I find similar vacancies?",
      "a": "Scroll to the \"Similar jobs\" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Purnia), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side."
    },
    {
      "q": "I'm serving notice — should I still apply?",
      "a": "Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly."
    },
    {
      "q": "What does a typical day look like?",
      "a": "Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty."
    },
    {
      "q": "When are increments and bonuses given?",
      "a": "Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none."
    },
    {
      "q": "What is the average TGT Social Studies salary in Purnia?",
      "a": "Refer to the on-page \"Salary snapshot\" for the current market band. Broadly, TGT Social Studies pay in Purnia rises with years of experience, board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further."
    },
    {
      "q": "What qualifications are required for a TGT Social Studies?",
      "a": "Most TGT Social Studies 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."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is accommodation provided?",
      "a": "Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation."
    }
  ]
}