Social Science (TGT) Vacancy in Balod, Chhattisgarh
Vardhman Vidya Peeth English Medium School
Job Description
About This Role
This senior Social Science department role at Vardhman Vidya Peeth English Medium School is designed for an experienced educator ready to lead curriculum development and mentor junior staff. The position involves shaping the Social Science teaching approach for grades 6 to 10, ensuring strong academic outcomes in line with board expectations. The role carries responsibility for departmental planning, assessment design, and collaborative teaching strategies within a growing English medium school in Balod.
What You Will Do
Oversee the Social Science curriculum from grades 6 to 10 at Vardhman Vidya Peeth English Medium School, ensuring alignment with CBSE or state board standards and local academic expectations. Mentor 3 to 5 junior Social Science teachers, conducting weekly subject meetings to review lesson plans and share best practices in classroom engagement.
Monitor student performance through periodic assessments and mock tests, analyzing results to improve teaching methods and address learning gaps in History, Geography, and Civics. Prepare students for board exams with focused revision sessions, sample papers, and interactive discussions on regional and national topics relevant to Chhattisgarh.
Introduce project-based learning activities such as local heritage walks, map-making competitions, and civic participation projects to enhance conceptual understanding. Coordinate with the school administration to organize inter-house Social Science quizzes, debates, and exhibitions during annual events.
Collaborate with the school leadership on annual academic planning, including textbook selection, resource procurement, and teacher training needs for the department. Maintain accurate records of syllabus coverage, assessment schedules, and student progress for mid-year and end-of-year reviews.
Who Can Apply
Postgraduate in Social Science with B.Ed from a recognized Indian university. Minimum 5 years of full-time teaching experience as a TGT Social Science Teacher in a secondary school environment. NET or SET qualified candidates will be given preference during shortlisting.
Prior experience in curriculum planning, student mentoring, or academic coordination within a CBSE or state board school setting is desirable. Familiarity with Chhattisgarh’s academic culture and local teaching resources is an added advantage.
Your Growth Path
This role serves as a stepping stone toward senior academic leadership within Vardhman Vidya Peeth English Medium School, with a clear trajectory toward Vice Principal responsibilities. Participation in leadership training programs conducted by Chhattisgarh State Council of Educational Research and Training (CSCERT) will be supported.
Opportunities to attend state-level subject conferences and present departmental innovations at regional forums are available for proactive educators. Long-term career growth includes heading multiple departments or transitioning into school administration based on performance and institutional needs.
Salary and Benefits
The monthly salary for this position ranges between Rs.30,000 and Rs.50,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Additional benefits include professional development support, health coverage, and participation in school-sponsored academic events.