HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- The Sylvan School
- City
- Dimapur
- State
- Nagaland
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹17L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 5 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 20 Jul 2026
HOD Science salary in Dimapur — snapshot
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HOD Science
at The Sylvan School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Job description
Overview
The Sylvan School has opened applications for a HOD Science in Dimapur, Nagaland. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. The Sylvan School, established 2019, is a secondary school in Dimapur, Nagaland — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. About the role: the HOD Science is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹12.1 LPA – ₹17.5 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for The Sylvan School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Science role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Science application — The Sylvan School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why The Sylvan School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Science role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
What questions are asked in a HOD Science interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Science roles in Dimapur.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
The Sylvan School
Key facts about The Sylvan School
- Founded
- 2019
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- SUZZANNE AYEMI
- Affiliation #
- 1430076
The Sylvan School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2019, located in Dimapur, Nagaland.
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