HOD Mathematics
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Mathematics
- School
- Govt SR SEC School, Lingdok Via- Gangtok
- City
- East Sikkim
- State
- Sikkim
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.4L – ₹23L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 1 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 13 Aug 2026
HOD Mathematics salary in East Sikkim — 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 Govt SR SEC School, Lingdok Via- Gangtok
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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
An opening for a HOD Mathematics in East Sikkim, Sikkim at Govt SR SEC School, Lingdok Via- Gangtok. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. About Govt SR SEC School, Lingdok Via- Gangtok: a senior secondary institution in East Sikkim, Sikkim — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1949,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹9.4 LPA – ₹22.6 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Govt SR SEC School, Lingdok Via- Gangtok. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
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When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
What is the average HOD Mathematics salary in East Sikkim?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Mathematics roles in East Sikkim. 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.
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.
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.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Govt SR SEC School, Lingdok Via- Gangtok
Key facts about Govt SR SEC School, Lingdok Via- Gangtok
- Founded
- 1949
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Bhavana Gurung
- Affiliation #
- 1820056
Govt SR SEC School, Lingdok Via- Gangtok is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1949, located in East Sikkim, Sikkim.
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