HOD Science — Vidya Pratishthan's Vinodkumar Gujar Bal Vikas Mandir Opening — Vidya Pratishthan's Vinodkumar Gujar Bal Vikas Mandir, Pune
Vidya Pratishthan's Vinodkumar Gujar Bal Vikas MandirKey facts
- Role
- HOD Science — Vidya Pratishthan's Vinodkumar Gujar Bal Vikas Mandir
- School
- Vidya Pratishthan's Vinodkumar Gujar Bal Vikas Mandir
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.6L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 5 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Vidya Pratishthan's Vinodkumar Gujar Bal Vikas Mandir, a State Board school in Pune, is hiring a HOD 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 school is hailed as a deemed institution which has carved a niche for itself with the dedicated efforts of our deeply committed management, experienced teachers and active parents. We take dedicated efforts of making the child’s education rich with many enjoyable learning experiences by providing them a platform to develop their creative and interpersonal skills. The school is pledged to instill discipline, moral values and consistently strive for academic excellence, at the same time we lay equal stress on extra curricular activities like debates, quiz, etc. as such ,we take initiative in the all round development of the students.
Common questions about this role
Is there a probation period?
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.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
About Vidya Pratishthan's Vinodkumar Gujar Bal Vikas Mandir
The school is hailed as a deemed institution which has carved a niche for itself with the dedicated efforts of our deeply committed management, experienced teachers and active parents. We take dedicated efforts of making the child’s education rich with many enjoyable learning experiences by providing them a platform to develop their creative and interpersonal skills. The school is pledged to instill discipline, moral values and consistently strive for academic excellence, at the same time we lay equal stress on extra curricular activities like debates, quiz, etc. as such ,we take initiative in the all round development of the students.
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