Head of Science

About the role

Delta English School seeks an experienced Head of Science to lead the Department of Natural Sciences. You will drive the creation of innovative CBSE science lessons, ICT‑centric pedagogies, assessment tools, and co‑curricular initiatives aligned with the school’s strategic vision.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Delta IQ Curriculum Engineering team to develop curriculum maps, course syllabi, and Content Standards and Objectives (CSOs) for personalized learning.
• Expand the digital repository of STEAM‑based science lessons for Grades 1‑10, ensuring they are innovative, standards‑based, and differentiated.
• Partner with ICT leads to produce digital science learning resources and gamify student engagement across foundational, mezzanine, and gifted‑talent programs.
• Establish and monitor departmental KPIs using school attainment data.
• Audit teaching and learning practices in line with QHSE policies through walkthroughs, peer observations, and assessment reviews.
• Close performance gaps for at‑risk and SEND students by coordinating with counselors and psychologists.
• Promote science enrichment activities to enhance the learning curve.

Required profile

• Proven experience leading a science department in an international school setting.
• Enterprise‑level academic operations background with project management in curriculum planning, lesson deployment, and assessment construction.
• Strong ability to coach, mentor, and raise teaching standards.
• Demonstrated success in using data to drive instructional improvement.

Required skills