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    "description": "The Lexicon International School, a CBSE school in Pune, is hiring a HOD Science.\n\nKey responsibilities:\n- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers\n- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design\n- Monitor student academic outcomes\n- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters\n\nRequirements:\n- 5-12 years of relevant experience\n- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching\n\nAbout the school:\n<p>The Lexicon Schools, one of the best CBSE schools in Pune and with a motive for child-centric, progressive &amp; global education. The Schools take a step forward and volunteer in making unconventional subjects available to students to build their competence. As the motto goes, we believe in teaching all Lexiconites to have faith in themselves and their abundant potential. We believe in actualizing their dreams and passions. Every student that walks into the Lexicon Campuses will have abundant opportunities to Learn, Grow, Excel, and Innovate. We like to look at education as a medium to open minds, give direction, explore passion, and to build unbeatable competence. The Lexicon Schools believe in virtues beyond borders. We endorse and implement Global Education and make sure that the Lexiconites prioritize humanity, kindness, oneness, coexistence, and sustainability wherever they go.</p>",
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  "descriptionText": "The Lexicon International School, a CBSE school in Pune, is hiring a HOD Science.\n\nKey responsibilities:\n• Lead the subject department and mentor teachers\n• Drive curriculum planning and assessment design\n• Monitor student academic outcomes\n• Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters\n\nRequirements:\n• 5-12 years of relevant experience\n• Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching\n\nAbout the school:\nThe Lexicon Schools, one of the best CBSE schools in Pune and with a motive for child-centric, progressive & global education. The Schools take a step forward and volunteer in making unconventional subjects available to students to build their competence. As the motto goes, we believe in teaching all Lexiconites to have faith in themselves and their abundant potential. We believe in actualizing their dreams and passions. Every student that walks into the Lexicon Campuses will have abundant opportunities to Learn, Grow, Excel, and Innovate. We like to look at education as a medium to open minds, give direction, explore passion, and to build unbeatable competence. The Lexicon Schools believe in virtues beyond borders. We endorse and implement Global Education and make sure that the Lexiconites prioritize humanity, kindness, oneness, coexistence, and sustainability wherever they go.",
  "aboutTheRole": "This HOD role is for a senior teacher ready to set the standard for the subject and coach a small team to deliver it consistently.",
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    "Set the subject's annual scope-and-sequence.",
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      "heading": "What you'll handle as a HOD Science — The Lexicon International School",
      "body": "Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department."
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      "id": "board-context",
      "heading": "Working in a CBSE school",
      "body": "As a **CBSE**-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades."
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      "body": "Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks."
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      "body": "Pune has a healthy mix of CBSE, ICSE and IB schools, with strong demand around the academic-year onboarding cycle."
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      "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."
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    {
      "q": "Are meals provided at school?",
      "a": "Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is English fluency required?",
      "a": "Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected."
    },
    {
      "q": "I'm serving notice — should I still apply?",
      "a": "Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned."
    },
    {
      "q": "Will I get PF and statutory benefits?",
      "a": "Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining."
    },
    {
      "q": "How do I write an application email for this HOD Science — The Lexicon International School role?",
      "a": "A ready template with subject line, three-paragraph structure and attachment checklist (with a \"HOD Science — The Lexicon International School — The Lexicon International School\" subject-line example) is in the guide: /guides/teacher-application-letter."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is there a probation period?",
      "a": "Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless."
    },
    {
      "q": "Can I negotiate the salary at The Lexicon International School?",
      "a": "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."
    },
    {
      "q": "How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD Science — The Lexicon International School job?",
      "a": "Use the free school-style resume builder — role-anchored headline, B.Ed/CTET/PD block, and measurable outcomes per school (a one-page PDF is what shortlisters want): /resume-builder."
    },
    {
      "q": "Where exactly is The Lexicon International School located?",
      "a": "The school is in Pune, Maharashtra. Check the \"About the school\" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference."
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