HOD Mathematics
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Mathematics
- School
- Sarvodaya Co Ed Vidyalaya
- City
- South Delhi
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.7L – ₹14L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 2 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 16 Aug 2026
HOD Mathematics salary in South Delhi — 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 Sarvodaya Co Ed Vidyalaya
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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
Sarvodaya Co Ed Vidyalaya is hiring a HOD Mathematics in South Delhi, Delhi. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. Sarvodaya Co Ed Vidyalaya, established 1958, is a senior secondary school in South Delhi, Delhi — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Context: the HOD Mathematics reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. 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 (₹9.7 LPA – ₹14.1 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Sarvodaya Co Ed Vidyalaya. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
How do I write an application email for this HOD Mathematics role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Mathematics application — Sarvodaya Co Ed Vidyalaya"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Sarvodaya Co Ed Vidyalaya and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
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.
How do I apply for this HOD Mathematics vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
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.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Sarvodaya Co Ed Vidyalaya
Key facts about Sarvodaya Co Ed Vidyalaya
- Founded
- 1958
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- ANSHU AGRAWAL
- Affiliation #
- 2754120
Sarvodaya Co Ed Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1958, located in South Delhi, Delhi.
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Interview questions & answers for HOD Mathematics
Common questions Indian schools ask for HOD Mathematics roles in South Delhi (CBSE panel) — with a short sample answer for each so you can walk in prepared.
1. How should I answer the salary expectation question?
Give a range, not a single number. Anchor on the typical HOD Mathematics band in South Delhi (see the Salary snapshot on this page) plus a 10-15% premium for your experience. Say you're open to discussion once the role scope is confirmed.
2. How do you handle classroom discipline?
Lead with prevention: clear routines, seating design, and engagement pacing. Follow with a de-escalation sequence (private redirect → restorative conversation → parent loop-in) and mention that you document incidents. Schools want a framework, not a "punish" answer.
3. How should I discuss my notice period and joining date?
Be upfront and specific: last working day at current school, earliest realistic joining date, and any flexibility (early release, unpaid leave). Schools plan around academic calendars — a clear date wins over vague "as soon as possible".
4. What questions should I ask at the end?
Ask three: one about the team (department size, coordinator style), one about growth (PD budget, appraisal cadence), and one about the school (a specific programme). Avoid opening with leave/salary questions unless the panel invites them.
5. Why do you want to work at Sarvodaya Co Ed Vidyalaya?
Show you've done the homework: reference the CBSE curriculum, the South Delhi campus, and one specific programme or value from their website. Tie it to what you bring — pedagogy, subject expertise or a co-curricular strength.
6. Tell me about yourself — how should I frame my self-introduction?
Keep it 60-90 seconds: start with your name and current role, then two or three highlights that map to the HOD Mathematics brief (qualifications, subject/level, standout achievement), and close with why Sarvodaya Co Ed Vidyalaya in particular. Avoid your personal life — schools evaluate structure and clarity here.