HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Uma. P. S. Karanprayag
- City
- Chamoli
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹7.2L – ₹12.8L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Job description
Overview
An opening for a HOD Science in Chamoli, Uttarakhand at Uma. P. S. Karanprayag. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. About the institution: Uma. P. S. Karanprayag in Chamoli, Uttarakhand — a senior secondary setup — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Science leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹7.2 LPA – ₹12.8 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. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Uma. P. S. Karanprayag reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
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Does Uma. P. S. Karanprayag help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Chamoli offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Uma. P. S. Karanprayag follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Where exactly is Uma. P. S. Karanprayag located?
The school is in Chamoli, Uttarakhand. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Science role?
Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
What questions are asked in a HOD Science interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
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.
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Key facts about Uma. P. S. Karanprayag
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-8
- Students
- 197
- Staff
- 1
Uma. P. S. Karanprayag is a private unaided (recognized), located in Chamoli, Uttarakhand, offering 1-8. The campus serves around 197 students with a teaching and support team of about 1. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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