HOD Mathematics
at Eklavya Model Residential School, Garja · Simdega · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Mathematics
- School
- Eklavya Model Residential School, Garja
- City
- Simdega
- State
- Jharkhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.6L – ₹17L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 3 Aug 2026
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HOD Mathematics
at Eklavya Model Residential School, Garja
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Eklavya Model Residential School, Garja invites applications for a HOD Mathematics in Simdega, Jharkhand. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. Eklavya Model Residential School, Garja in Simdega, Jharkhand is a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2014,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Role: as HOD Mathematics, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹9.6 LPA – ₹17.3 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Eklavya Model Residential School, Garja. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
How much experience do I need for this HOD Mathematics role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Simdega run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
Can I negotiate the salary at Eklavya Model Residential School, Garja?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
Where exactly is Eklavya Model Residential School, Garja located?
The school is in Simdega, Jharkhand. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Mathematics role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Mathematics application — Eklavya Model Residential School, Garja"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Eklavya Model Residential School, Garja and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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Role details
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- 3
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Key facts about Eklavya Model Residential School, Garja
- Founded
- 2014
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- SHAMSAD ALAM
- Affiliation #
- 3420211
Eklavya Model Residential School, Garja is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2014, located in Simdega, Jharkhand.
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