PGT Mathematics
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Key facts
- Role
- PGT Mathematics
- School
- St. Xaviers Senior Secondary School
- City
- Chandigarh
- State
- Chandigarh
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹4.1L – ₹5.3L per year
- Experience
- 3–8 years
- Posted
- 25 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 11 Aug 2026
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PGT Mathematics salary in Chandigarh — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
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PGT Mathematics
at St. Xaviers Senior Secondary School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
St. Xaviers Senior Secondary School is looking for a PGT Mathematics in Chandigarh, Chandigarh to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. About St. Xaviers Senior Secondary School in Chandigarh, Chandigarh: a senior secondary institution, established 1983, — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. What the role looks like: the PGT Mathematics handles subject delivery for assigned classes, contributes to the academic plan, mentors students, and partners with parents on consistent progress. Day to day, you will:
- Prepare lesson plans against the published syllabus.
- Run well-paced classroom sessions for assigned grades.
- Set and evaluate quizzes, unit tests, projects, and term papers.
- Hold PTMs and respond to parent communication promptly.
- Collaborate with the subject group on shared planning and assessments. Qualifications and skills:
- Graduation in the subject with a recognised teaching qualification.
- Demonstrated classroom delivery with the relevant age group.
- Clear understanding of formative and summative assessment design.
- Ability to collaborate within a subject team on shared plans.
- Punctuality, professionalism, and a strong sense of ownership. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹4.1 LPA – ₹5.3 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for St. Xaviers Senior Secondary School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
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.
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.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most ICSE/ISC schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
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 qualifications are required for a PGT Mathematics?
Most PGT Mathematics 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.
What is the salary for this PGT Mathematics role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
St. Xaviers Senior Secondary School
Key facts about St. Xaviers Senior Secondary School
- Founded
- 1983
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 25:1
International Christian Education Foundation is a Registered Society under the Societies Registration Act 1860. The Society established, owns and administers three English-Medium, Co-Educational institutions in the name of St. Xavier's Schools at Chandigarh, Panchkula and S.A.S. Nagar, Mohali. It is an organization founded by Educationists who have had rich experience in the field of education. It is a Society comprising completely of Christians. The Chairman and Founder, Mr. Andrew John Gosain has had a teaching assosiation with French and Irish Missionaries spanning over 30 years. He had a dream to give to the nation a constructive and vital impetus in the field of education and nation building. After a struggle of over two decades,through the blessings of the Almighty and his selfless, determined commitment, today we see a bearing of fruit in the form of three schools mentioned below.
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Interview questions & answers for PGT Mathematics
Common questions Indian schools ask for PGT Mathematics roles in Chandigarh (ICSE 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 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 answer the salary expectation question?
Give a range, not a single number. Anchor on the typical PGT Mathematics band in Chandigarh (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. 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".
5. How would you handle a difficult parent meeting?
Listen first, restate the concern, share data (assessment scores, work samples, incident notes), then propose two next steps with a follow-up date. Emphasise you'd loop in the coordinator/HOD for anything unresolved — schools want partnership, not solo heroics.
6. Why do you want to work at St. Xaviers Senior Secondary School?
Show you've done the homework: reference the ICSE curriculum, the Chandigarh campus, and one specific programme or value from their website. Tie it to what you bring — pedagogy, subject expertise or a co-curricular strength.