Head of Mathematics - Academic Leadership

LEAMS Education; Dubai; On-site; AED 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

LEAMS Education in Dubai seeks a Head of Mathematics - Academic Leadership to lead the Mathematics department across CBSE schools in the UAE. The role focuses on strengthening subject knowledge, instructional practice, planning, assessment, and rigorous academic standards.

The ideal candidate will have substantial leadership experience, be proficient in CBSE frameworks, and coach teachers to raise student outcomes through data-driven improvement and collaborative planning.

Qualifications

• Requires strong Mathematics knowledge and leadership experience.
• Experience leading department in CBSE curriculum.
• Proven ability to coach teachers and improve academic standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Mathematics department across relevant year groups.
• Set expectations for teaching, planning and student achievement.
• Coach teachers in Mathematics pedagogy and assessment practices.
• Coordinate curriculum planning and ensure CBSE alignment.
• Monitor student attainment and use data to drive improvements.
• Lead collaborative departmental planning and professional development.

Skills

Mathematics leadership

CBSE Curriculum

Teacher coaching

Academic leadership

Curriculum planning

Data-driven improvement

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

Master of Science in Mathematics

Bachelor of Education

Job description

Head of Mathematics - Academic Leadership

Job Snapshot Role: Head of Mathematics - Academic Leadership Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Primary-Secondary Education Function: Educaiton Management Experience: Relevant Mathematics teaching and leadership experience Job Type: Full-time

Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Primary-Secondary Education Function: Educaiton Management Salary: 12000-18000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Dubai; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Job Overview The Head of Mathematics - Academic Leadership opportunity in Dubai, United Arab Emirates within the Primary-Secondary Education industry is seeking a highly qualified Mathematics educator to lead and coordinate the Mathematics department within a CBSE Curriculum school. The role combines departmental leadership, teacher coaching, curriculum planning, pedagogical improvement, and academic quality assurance with a clear focus on raising teaching standards and improving student outcomes.

Role Context As Head of Department and Mathematics Coordinator, this position provides the academic direction needed to maintain consistent and effective Mathematics teaching across the school. The role works directly with teachers to strengthen subject knowledge, instructional practice, planning, assessment, and classroom pedagogy. A significant part of the position involves working alongside school leaders to improve academic standards. The Head of Mathematics is expected to understand the UAE teaching framework, translate school improvement priorities into departmental practice, and help ensure that Mathematics lessons consistently demonstrate at least a good standard of teaching.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Mathematics department and coordinate its academic activities across relevant year groups.
• Establish clear expectations for Mathematics teaching, learning, planning, and student achievement.
• Work directly with Mathematics teachers to strengthen subject knowledge and classroom practice.
• Coach teachers in effective Mathematics pedagogy and instructional techniques.
• Identify areas where teachers require additional academic or pedagogical support.
• Provide constructive feedback that helps teachers improve lesson effectiveness.
• Promote teaching approaches that strengthen mathematical reasoning, fluency, and problem-solving.
• Support teachers in developing engaging lessons appropriate to different student abilities.
• Guide the department in applying effective differentiation strategies.
• Encourage consistent use of assessment information to improve student outcomes.
• Lead collaborative departmental planning and ensure teachers contribute effectively to shared academic objectives.
• Coordinate curriculum planning to maintain appropriate progression in Mathematics.
• Review schemes of work, lesson planning, and curriculum coverage across the department.
• Monitor alignment between classroom delivery and CBSE Curriculum expectations.
• Support the development and review of Mathematics teaching resources.
• Work with school leaders to strengthen academic standards and departmental performance.
• Translate whole-school improvement priorities into practical actions for the Mathematics department.
• Monitor the quality of Mathematics teaching and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support consistent implementation of effective teaching practices across classrooms.
• Maintain familiarity with the UAE framework for teaching and relevant educational expectations.
• Help ensure Mathematics lessons consistently meet the expected standard of good teaching.
• Monitor student attainment and progress across relevant year groups.
• Analyze assessment outcomes to identify trends, strengths, and areas requiring intervention.
• Develop appropriate improvement strategies where student performance falls below expectations.
• Support teachers in planning targeted interventions for students with learning gaps.
• Encourage suitable academic challenges for high-performing Mathematics students.
• Review departmental assessment practices for consistency and academic rigor.
• Promote accurate and meaningful use of student performance data.
• Facilitate professional dialogue among Mathematics teachers.
• Share effective teaching methods and encourage collaborative problem-solving within the department.
• Support new or developing teachers in adapting to departmental and school expectations.
• Contribute to professional development activities related to Mathematics teaching.
• Encourage reflective teaching and continuous improvement across the department.
• Maintain effective communication between Mathematics teachers and school leadership.
• Represent the department during relevant academic and planning meetings.
• Communicate departmental priorities, progress, and academic concerns clearly to leadership.
• Contribute to school-wide academic planning and improvement initiatives.
• Maintain high professional standards within the Mathematics department.
• Promote a collaborative culture centered on teaching quality and student achievement.
• Carry out additional departmental coordination responsibilities required to support effective Mathematics education.

Ideal Profile

Candidates should possess a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, a Master of Science in Mathematics, and a Bachelor of Education. Distance-learning and open-university degrees are not accepted for this position. Applicants should demonstrate exceptional Mathematics subject knowledge supported by relevant classroom teaching and academic leadership experience. Previous experience as a Mathematics Head of Department, Subject Leader, Coordinator, or in a comparable academic leadership capacity would be highly relevant. The successful candidate should understand effective Mathematics pedagogy and be capable of developing other teachers through coaching, guidance, collaborative planning, and constructive professional feedback. Knowledge of the CBSE Curriculum and familiarity with UAE teaching expectations are important for effective performance in the role. Candidates should have a good command of English and be able to communicate confidently with teachers, school leaders, students, and other stakeholders. Applicants must be available in the United Arab Emirates.

Skills Set

• Mathematics department leadership
• CBSE Curriculum
• Mathematics teaching
• Mathematics pedagogy
• Academic leadership
• Head of Department responsibilities
• Subject coordination
• Teacher coaching
• Teacher mentoring
• Instructional leadership
• Curriculum planning
• Curriculum coordination
• Schemes of work
• Lesson planning
• Teaching quality improvement
• Academic standards
• UAE teaching framework
• Student attainment
• Student progress analysis
• Assessment analysis
• Academic intervention
• Mathematics curriculum
• Mathematical reasoning
• Problem-solving
• Differentiated instruction
• Classroom observation
• Teacher feedback
• Performance improvement
• Collaborative planning
• Departmental planning
• Professional development
• Educational leadership
• Academic quality assurance
• Data-driven improvement
• English communication

Why Join Us

This position provides an experienced Mathematics educator with the opportunity to move beyond individual classroom delivery and influence teaching quality and student achievement across an entire department. Leading Mathematics within a Dubai CBSE school offers valuable exposure to academic strategy, teacher development, curriculum coordination, performance analysis, and UAE education standards. The experience can provide a strong pathway toward wider academic leadership and senior school management responsibilities.

About the Company

LEAMS Education operates a network of schools in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, including schools delivering the CBSE curriculum. The group emphasizes academic quality, teacher development, collaborative learning, and continuous improvement, providing educators and academic leaders with opportunities to contribute to stronger teaching practices and student outcomes.