HOD Mathematics
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Mathematics
- School
- Delhi Public School
- City
- Shimla
- State
- Himachal Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹10L – ₹14L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 19 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 6 Aug 2026
HOD Mathematics salary in Shimla — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Mathematics
at Delhi Public School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 32+ years.
Job description
Overview
Delhi Public School requires a HOD Mathematics in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. Delhi Public School in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1994,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. What the role looks like: the HOD Mathematics owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹10.4 LPA – ₹14.3 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Delhi Public School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
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.
What is the average HOD Mathematics salary in Shimla?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Mathematics roles in Shimla. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Mathematics role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Mathematics application — Delhi Public School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Delhi Public School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
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 staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
What is the salary for this HOD Mathematics role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Delhi Public School
Key facts about Delhi Public School
- Founded
- 1994
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- MUKESH KUMAR GUPTA
- Affiliation #
- 630050
Delhi Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1994, located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.
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