HOD Science
at The Brook Dale Residential School · Nainital · Apply in under 60 seconds.
Apply in ~90 seconds. Sign in or create a profile during apply.
Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- The Brook Dale Residential School
- City
- Nainital
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹11.7L – ₹25.1L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 3 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 28 Jul 2026
HOD Science salary in Nainital — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Apply for HOD Science at The Brook Dale Residential School
Send your CV as a PDF. A short cover note in the email body helps.
Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Job description
Overview
The Brook Dale Residential School in Nainital, Uttarakhand is hiring a HOD Science. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. About The Brook Dale Residential School in Nainital, Uttarakhand: a secondary institution, established 2014, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. Position: as HOD Science, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹11.7 LPA – ₹25.1 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Submit your application here so The Brook Dale Residential School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
The Brook Dale Residential School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Can I negotiate the salary at The Brook Dale Residential School?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
More roles like this
Teachers who saved this also saved
The Brook Dale Residential School
Key facts about The Brook Dale Residential School
- Founded
- 2014
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 10:1
Founded in 2015 , Brook Dale Residential School is a coed boarding school in Nainital offering a CBSE curriculum from classes 6 to 10 with a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. The curriculum is enriched with diverse extracurricular activities ensuring a well-rounded education. With its English-medium instruction and dedicated academics, the school provides a platform for a child’s growth and success. The Brook Dale Residential School is a Private, Secondary school and also a Boarding School situated at Nainital, Uttarakhand, North India.
See all school jobs →Working at The Brook Dale Residential School
Campus gallery
Where this school is
Career path
Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Nainital.