HOD Computer Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Computer Science
- School
- The Modern School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹8.2L – ₹9.4L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 19 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 24 Aug 2026
HOD Computer Science
at The Modern School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 90+ years.
Job description
Overview
The Modern School in Mumbai, Maharashtra is hiring a HOD Computer Science. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. The Modern School in Mumbai, Maharashtra is a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1936,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Role: as HOD Computer Science, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. 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. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹8.2 LPA – ₹9.4 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 Modern 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
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
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.
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.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Computer Science role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
The Modern School
Key facts about The Modern School
- Founded
- 1936
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- SWATI VINAYAK SHIRALKAR
- Affiliation #
- 1130977
The Modern School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1936, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
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