St. Xavier's Institution is hiring a HOD Mathematics — St. Xavier's Institution in Kolkata
St. Xavier's InstitutionKey facts
- Role
- HOD Mathematics — St. Xavier's Institution
- School
- St. Xavier's Institution
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.4L – ₹9.0L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
St. Xavier's Institution is building a strong academic team and is looking for a HOD Mathematics — St. Xavier's Institution who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. The school has been running for 10+ years. Curriculum: CBSE. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
St. Xavier's Institution, a CBSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a HOD Mathematics.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
About the school: St. Xavier's Institution is a CBSE Day School in Panihati, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a HOD Mathematics — St. Xavier's Institution
Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.
Working in a CBSE school
As a CBSE-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
What qualifications are required for a HOD Mathematics — St. Xavier's Institution?
Most HOD Mathematics — St. Xavier's Institution roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
About St. Xavier's Institution
St. Xavier's Institution is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
St. Xavier's Institution is a CBSE Day School in Panihati, Kolkata.
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