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HOD Mathematics

₹9.1L – ₹20L / yr7–9 yrsCloses 14 Jul 11 days left
Nilgiris, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 38d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Mathematics
School
Woodside School
City
Nilgiris
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.1L – ₹20L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
26 May 2026
Closing date
14 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Mathematics salary in Nilgiris — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹9.1L
per year
Typical
₹14.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹20.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Mathematics

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11 days left

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a HOD Mathematics to join Woodside School in Nilgiris, Tamilnadu. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. Woodside School in Nilgiris, Tamilnadu functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1991,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
  • Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
  • A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
  • Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
  • Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹9.1 LPA – ₹20.1 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Woodside School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

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.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.

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.

What is the average HOD Mathematics salary in Nilgiris?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Mathematics pay in Nilgiris varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

What is the salary for this HOD Mathematics role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

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.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
3
About the school

Woodside School

Key facts about Woodside School

Key facts
Founded
1991
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
A Shamini
Affiliation #
1930146
Address
WOODSIDE OOTACAMUND THE NILGIRIS TAMIL NADU, Woodside Ootacamund The, Nilgiris, Tamilnadu, 643001

Woodside School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1991, located in Nilgiris, Tamilnadu.

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