Science Teacher

Vidyagyan; Chennai District; On-site; INR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Semi-furnished on-campus accommodation

Dining hall meals

Utilities allowances

Job summary

Vidyagyan in Chennai seeks a full-time Science Teacher responsible for engaging students through inquiry-based lessons and hands-on learning. You will also play a vital role in student pastoral care and co-curricular activities.

Ideal candidates will hold a Master's or Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field and possess a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.). You will mentor students and oversee laboratory safety to enrich their academic experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline from a recognized institution.
• A Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) or equivalent professional teaching certification.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience teaching science.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, inquiry-based lessons in General Science.
• Design, set up, and oversee laboratory experiments.
• Provide dedicated remedial support or extension sessions for students.

Skills

Inquiry-based lesson planning

Laboratory supervision

Student mentorship

Assessment design

Education

M.Sc. / B.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, or Biology

Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)

Job description

The Science Teacher is responsible for fostering scientific inquiry, critical thinking, and hands‑on learning through rigorous classroom and laboratory instruction. As a full‑time residential faculty member, this role extends past the academic day. The candidate will play an active part in the pastoral care of boarders, supervise evening study hours, and enrich campus life through co‑curricular leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver engaging, inquiry‑based lessons in General Science (middle school) or specialized tracks (Physics, Chemistry, Biology for senior school) aligned with the curriculum framework.
• Lab Safety & Practical Application: Design, set up, and oversee regular laboratory experiments, ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols and hazardous material disposal.
• Assessment & Feedback: Design formative and summative assessments, provide timely and constructive feedback on student work, and maintain accurate performance records.
• Academic Support: Provide dedicated remedial support or extension sessions for students during scheduled prep hours (evening study halls).
• Student Mentorship: Monitor the emotional, physical, and social well‑being of an assigned cohort of boarders, helping them navigate homesickness and peer relationships.
• Campus Duty Rotation: Participate in essential campus routines, including morning roll calls, dining hall supervision, weekend activity monitoring, and lights‑out checks.
• Event Coordination: Actively participate in organizing institutional milestones, including the Annual Science Exhibition, inter-house competitions, sports meets, and campus walkathons.

Candidate Profile & Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (M.Sc. / B.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, or Biology) from a recognized institution.
• Teaching Credential: A Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) or equivalent professional teaching certification is highly preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 2–3 years of experience teaching science in a reputed school.
• Working Conditions & Benefits: This is a full‑time residential position. Standard compensation includes semi‑furnished on‑campus accommodation, dining hall meals, and utilities allowances alongside a competitive base salary.