Kolkata: HOD Computer Science — The Crescent School Job at The Crescent School

The Crescent School
Kolkata, West Bengalfull-time₹5.8L – ₹8.6L / yrState Board8–12 yrs expPosted 6d ago

Key facts

Role
HOD Computer Science — The Crescent School
School
The Crescent School
City
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Board
State Board
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹5.8L – ₹8.6L per year
Experience
8–12 years
Posted
15 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 2002

Job description

Overview

The Crescent School, a State Board school in Kolkata, is hiring a HOD Computer 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: The Crescent School was founded by a young Philanthropist, Shaikh Shamsher Alam, in the year 2002 to impart quality education in a well disciplined and healthy environment, and to create an impetus for equal opportunity in the society. The school is declared as a Minority Educational Institution by the National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions, Government of India. The school is affiliated to both West Bengal Board of Secondary Education and West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education.

Common questions about this role

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.

Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?

Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.

What is the salary for this HOD Computer Science — The Crescent School role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

About The Crescent School

The Crescent School was founded by a young Philanthropist, Shaikh Shamsher Alam, in the year 2002 to impart quality education in a well disciplined and healthy environment, and to create an impetus for equal opportunity in the society. The school is declared as a Minority Educational Institution by the National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions, Government of India. The school is affiliated to both West Bengal Board of Secondary Education and West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education.

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