Mathematics HOD - CBSE Academic Leadership

LEAMS Education; Dubai; On-site; AED 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

LEAMS Education in Dubai is seeking an experienced Mathematics HOD (CBSE) to provide academic direction for the department and align teaching with CBSE standards. You will mentor teachers, analyze student performance, and partner with school leaders to drive curriculum quality and attainment.

The role requires strong leadership, curriculum planning, data-driven instruction, and effective use of educational technology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or related field.
• Master's degree in Mathematics preferred.
• B.Ed or equivalent education qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Mathematics department and maintain consistent academic standards across grade levels.
• Coach teachers through observation, feedback, mentoring, and professional discussion.
• Coordinate departmental curriculum planning in line with CBSE requirements.
• Monitor student performance data and identify trends requiring intervention.
• Review assessment quality and promote consistent marking and moderation practices.
• Support teachers in designing assessments that measure knowledge, application, reasoning, and problem-solving.
• Promote data-driven instruction and use of educational technology.
• Maintain effective communication with school leadership regarding department performance.

Skills

Mathematics department leadership

CBSE curriculum

Mathematics teaching

Academic leadership

Curriculum coordination

Teacher coaching

Teacher mentoring

Lesson observation

UAE teaching framework

Data-driven instruction

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

Master of Science in Mathematics

Bachelor of Education qualification

Job description

Job Snapshot

Mathematics HOD - CBSE Academic Leadership

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Primary-Secondary Education

Function: Educaiton Management

Experience: Relevant Mathematics leadership experience

Job Type: Full-time

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Dubai

Industry: Primary-Secondary Education

Function: Educaiton Management

Salary: 10000-15000

Gender: Any

Candidate Nationality: Any

Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Mathematics HOD provides academic direction for the department and acts as a key link between classroom teachers and school leadership. The position is responsible for improving instructional practice, supporting curriculum consistency, mentoring teachers, analyzing student performance, and ensuring that Mathematics teaching maintains strong academic standards. Effective leadership in this role directly influences classroom quality, teacher capability, and student outcomes across the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Mathematics department and maintain consistent academic standards across grade levels.
• Work directly with Mathematics teachers to improve subject knowledge, pedagogy, planning, and classroom practice.
• Coach teachers through observation, feedback, mentoring, and professional discussion.
• Support teachers in developing lessons that improve student engagement and achievement.
• Coordinate departmental curriculum planning in line with CBSE academic requirements.
• Ensure schemes of work, lesson plans, assessments, and learning objectives are appropriately structured.
• Contribute actively to team planning and departmental decision-making.
• Work with school leaders to identify priorities for academic improvement.
• Monitor student performance data and identify trends requiring intervention.
• Develop strategies to address attainment gaps and improve Mathematics outcomes.
• Review assessment quality and promote consistent marking and moderation practices.
• Support teachers in designing assessments that measure knowledge, application, reasoning, and problem-solving.
• Promote effective use of data to guide teaching and student support.
• Be familiar with the UAE framework of teaching and apply its expectations across the department.
• Support teachers in achieving and sustaining a standard of good teaching in lessons.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide practical improvement guidance.
• Identify professional development needs within the Mathematics team.
• Facilitate departmental training, workshops, and collaborative planning sessions.
• Promote innovative and evidence-informed Mathematics teaching approaches.
• Strengthen differentiated instruction for students with varied learning needs.
• Support intervention and enrichment programs across the department.
• Encourage consistent use of educational technology and suitable digital Mathematics resources.
• Maintain effective communication with school leadership regarding departmental performance.
• Contribute to school improvement planning and academic review processes.
• Support parent communication where significant Mathematics progress or attainment issues arise.
• Maintain accurate departmental records, reports, and academic documentation.
• Ensure departmental practices support student safeguarding and wellbeing.
• Undertake additional leadership and coordination duties assigned by school management.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor of Science in Mathematics.
• Master of Science in Mathematics.
• Bachelor of Education qualification.
• Degrees obtained through distance or open university study are not accepted.
• Strong Mathematics subject knowledge across relevant CBSE grade levels.
• Previous experience in Mathematics teaching and academic coordination is highly relevant.
• Department leadership or coordinator experience is preferred.
• Good understanding of CBSE curriculum and assessment expectations.
• Familiarity with the UAE framework of teaching.
• Ability to evaluate teaching quality and provide actionable feedback.
• Strong curriculum planning and assessment capability.
• Experience using student performance data to improve academic outcomes.
• Strong coaching, mentoring, and teacher development skills.
• Ability to work effectively with senior and middle leaders.
• Excellent organizational and departmental coordination skills.
• Good command of English.
• Strong written and verbal communication capability.
• Ability to manage competing academic priorities effectively.
• Commitment to continuous school improvement and professional development.

Skills Set

• Mathematics department leadership
• CBSE curriculum
• Mathematics teaching
• Academic leadership
• Curriculum coordination
• Teacher coaching
• Teacher mentoring
• Lesson observation
• Pedagogical development
• UAE teaching framework
• Student performance analysis
• Academic standards
• Assessment design
• Assessment moderation
• Curriculum planning
• Schemes of work
• Lesson planning
• Intervention planning
• Mathematics enrichment
• Data-driven instruction
• Differentiated instruction
• Professional development
• Departmental reporting
• Educational technology
• School improvement
• Academic quality assurance

Why Join Us

Mathematics departmental leadership offers the opportunity to influence teaching quality and student achievement at a wider level than an individual classroom. This role provides scope to shape curriculum delivery, strengthen teacher capability, guide academic improvement, and contribute directly to school-wide standards within Primary-Secondary Education. It also supports continued progression toward senior academic leadership and broader school management responsibilities.

About the Company

LEAMS Education operates a network of CBSE and British curriculum schools in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The group places strong emphasis on academic standards, teacher development, curriculum quality, and continuous improvement while providing experienced educators with opportunities to take on meaningful leadership responsibilities and influence student outcomes across their departments.