HOD Mathematics
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Mathematics
- School
- Eastern Railway High School, Sahibganj
- City
- Sahebganj
- State
- Jharkhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹13L – ₹26L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 19 Aug 2026
HOD Mathematics salary in Sahebganj — 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 Eastern Railway High School, Sahibganj
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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 148+ years.
Job description
Overview
Eastern Railway High School, Sahibganj requires a HOD Mathematics in Sahebganj, Jharkhand for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. About Eastern Railway High School, Sahibganj: a secondary institution in Sahebganj, Jharkhand — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1878,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹12.6 LPA – ₹26.1 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Eastern Railway High School, Sahibganj. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Mathematics role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
What is the average HOD Mathematics salary in Sahebganj?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Mathematics pay in Sahebganj varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Eastern Railway High School, Sahibganj follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
What questions are asked in a HOD Mathematics interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Eastern Railway High School, Sahibganj
Key facts about Eastern Railway High School, Sahibganj
- Founded
- 1878
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- CHANDA JHA
- Affiliation #
- 3480101
Eastern Railway High School, Sahibganj is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1878, located in Sahebganj, Jharkhand.
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