Chemistry Teacher - CBSE

Position: Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) – Chemistry

Department: Academics – Secondary Section (Classes VI & X)

Reporting To

Principal / Vice Principal / Academic Coordinator / Head of Department (Science)

Role Purpose

The TGT Chemistry Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality Chemistry education to students of Classes VI and X in accordance with the CBSE curriculum. The teacher fosters scientific inquiry, conceptual understanding, practical skills, and critical thinking while ensuring academic excellence and holistic student development.

Key Responsibilities

Academic Responsibilities

• Teach Chemistry and General Science to Classes VI & X as per CBSE guidelines.
• Prepare annual curriculum plans, lesson plans, worksheets, and teaching-learning materials.
• Deliver engaging, activity-based, and student-centric lessons.
• Integrate experiential learning, inquiry-based teaching, and real-life applications of Chemistry.
• Conduct practical laboratory sessions while ensuring adherence to laboratory safety norms.
• Encourage scientific temperament through demonstrations, experiments, projects, and STEM activities.

Assessment & Evaluation

• Design and conduct unit tests, periodic assessments, practical examinations, assignments, and projects.
• Evaluate answer scripts and maintain accurate academic records.
• Analyze student performance and implement remedial and enrichment programmes.
• Prepare students for CBSE examinations through revision plans, practice papers, and competency-based learning.

Classroom Management

• Maintain a positive, inclusive, and disciplined classroom environment.
• Promote active participation, collaboration, and critical thinking.
• Ensure student safety during classroom and laboratory activities.

Student Development

• Mentor students academically and personally.
• Identify and support diverse learning needs.
• Motivate students to participate in Science Olympiads, exhibitions, quizzes, and innovation projects.
• Develop scientific curiosity, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Parent Communication

• Attend Parent-Teacher Meetings (PTMs).
• Share regular feedback regarding student progress, attendance, behaviour, and academic performance.
• Work collaboratively with parents to support student growth.

School Responsibilities

• Participate in school assemblies, events, competitions, educational excursions, and celebrations.
• Undertake examination duties, invigilation, evaluation, and result preparation.
• Assist in curriculum planning and interdisciplinary projects.
• Participate in professional development programmes, workshops, and CBSE training sessions.
• Perform additional academic and administrative duties assigned by the school leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (B.Sc.) with Chemistry as a major subject.
• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) from a recognized institution.
• CTET/State TET qualification (preferred where applicable).
• Minimum 2–5 years of teaching experience in a CBSE school is desirable.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of the CBSE Science and Chemistry curriculum.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Effective classroom and laboratory management.
• ICT proficiency, including Smart Board, MS Office, Google Workspace, and Learning Management Systems.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to create engaging, competency-based, and experiential learning experiences.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and lifelong learning.