Online Mathematics Department Head

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Executive-level benefits

Global reach

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced and visionary Online Mathematics Department Head to lead the development and ongoing refinement of the mathematics curriculum for all online programs. This remote role will manage a team of online educators and drive excellence in teaching and learning.

You will implement innovative online pedagogy, monitor student data, and collaborate with senior leaders to align programs with institutional goals while ensuring flexible, globally accessible learning

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in curriculum development and instructional leadership, preferably in an online educational setting.
• Demonstrated experience managing and leading educational teams.
• Deep understanding of online learning platforms, instructional design principles, and educational technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor the online mathematics teaching staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Oversee the design, development, and refinement of the online mathematics curriculum across all grade levels.
• Ensure the implementation of effective online teaching strategies and pedagogical best practices.
• Monitor student performance data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and implement data-driven interventions.
• Collaborate with other department heads and senior leadership to align mathematics programs with institutional goals.

Skills

Curriculum design

Educational leadership

Online pedagogy

Data-driven decisions

Team leadership

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Mathematics/Mathematics Education

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Educational technology

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary leader to serve as the Online Mathematics Department Head . This critical role, based remotely, will oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the mathematics curriculum for all online programs. You will lead a team of online mathematics educators, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning, fostering innovation in online pedagogy, and driving student success in mathematics. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of curriculum design for online environments, and a passion for mathematics education, contributing to a forward-thinking institution dedicated to providing exceptional virtual learning experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor the online mathematics teaching staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Oversee the design, development, and refinement of the online mathematics curriculum across all grade levels.
• Ensure the implementation of effective online teaching strategies and pedagogical best practices.
• Monitor student performance data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and implement data-driven interventions.
• Collaborate with other department heads and senior leadership to align mathematics programs with institutional goals.

Requirements

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in curriculum development and instructional leadership, preferably in an online educational setting.
• Demonstrated experience managing and leading educational teams.
• Deep understanding of online learning platforms, instructional design principles, and educational technology.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and strategic planning skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level benefits.
• Fully remote position offering ultimate flexibility and global reach.
• Opportunity to lead and shape the future of online mathematics education.
• Significant autonomy and influence in curriculum and pedagogical development.
• Work within a dynamic and innovative online learning organization based in Sandton .