HOD Mathematics — The Newtown School Opening — The Newtown School, Kolkata
The Newtown SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Mathematics — The Newtown School
- School
- The Newtown School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.1L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 9–14 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: HOD Mathematics — The Newtown School — The Newtown School, Kolkata, West Bengal. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 11+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
The Newtown School, 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: The Newtown School is a CBSE Day School in New Town, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a HOD Mathematics — The Newtown School
Lead a subject department: hire and mentor teachers, design subject scope-and-sequence, moderate assessments, and report on subject-level outcomes.
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
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
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
How much experience do I need for this HOD Mathematics — The Newtown School role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
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 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.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
About The Newtown School
The Newtown School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2015, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
The Newtown School is a CBSE Day School in New Town, Kolkata.
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