HOD Mathematics
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Mathematics
- School
- St Xaviers School, Village & Post Gopalpur
- City
- Azamgarh
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.4L – ₹16L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 9 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 19 Aug 2026
HOD Mathematics salary in Azamgarh — 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 St Xaviers School, Village & Post Gopalpur
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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
St Xaviers School, Village & Post Gopalpur in Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh is seeking a HOD Mathematics who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. St Xaviers School, Village & Post Gopalpur in Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh operates as a senior secondary school, established 2014, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹8.4 LPA – ₹15.6 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. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with St Xaviers School, Village & Post Gopalpur. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
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.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
St Xaviers School, Village & Post Gopalpur follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
St Xaviers School, Village & Post Gopalpur
Key facts about St Xaviers School, Village & Post Gopalpur
- Founded
- 2014
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- VINAY PANDEY
- Affiliation #
- 2132396
St Xaviers School, Village & Post Gopalpur is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2014, located in Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh.
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Interview questions & answers for HOD Mathematics
Common questions Indian schools ask for HOD Mathematics roles in Azamgarh (CBSE panel) — with a short sample answer for each so you can walk in prepared.
1. What is your greatest strength and weakness as an educator?
Pick a strength tied to student outcomes with one metric or story. For weakness, name a real one, follow it with the concrete steps you're taking (workshop, mentor, changed practice) — panels reject rehearsed non-answers like "I work too hard".
2. How do you use technology in the classroom?
Pick one or two tools you actually use (Google Classroom, Kahoot, Nearpod, a subject-specific simulator) and tie them to a learning outcome, not novelty. If St Xaviers School, Village & Post Gopalpur runs a specific LMS, mention you'd upskill on it in the first month.
3. How should I answer the salary expectation question?
Give a range, not a single number. Anchor on the typical HOD Mathematics band in Azamgarh (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.
4. What is your vision for improving academic outcomes in a CBSE school?
Frame it as three horizons: 100-day audit of teaching quality + assessment data, one-year focus on 2-3 subject departments' pedagogy, three-year plan for co-curricular breadth and university outcomes. Anchor each in CBSE benchmarks.
5. 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.
6. Why do you want to work at St Xaviers School, Village & Post Gopalpur?
Show you've done the homework: reference the CBSE curriculum, the Azamgarh campus, and one specific programme or value from their website. Tie it to what you bring — pedagogy, subject expertise or a co-curricular strength.