HOD Mathematics
About This Role
International School Panyathip British International School, located in Laos, is committed to providing high-quality British international education. We are seeking a Head of Department (HOD) for Mathematics to lead our Secondary School Mathematics department and deliver the UK-IGCSE curriculum.
Position: Head of Department - Mathematics
Position Type: Teacher
Education Stage: High/Secondary School
Department: Mathematics
Job Description:
As the HOD Mathematics, you will be responsible for leading and managing the mathematics department, ensuring effective teaching and learning aligned with the UK-IGCSE curriculum. You will support teachers, develop curriculum plans, monitor student progress, and contribute to school-wide academic initiatives.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics or related field (minimum requirement)
- At least 2 years of teaching experience in secondary/high school level mathematics
- Experience with UK-IGCSE curriculum preferred
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Ability to plan lessons effectively and assess student performance accurately
- Excellent communication skills for collaboration with staff, students, and parents
Values and Attitudes:
- Commitment to fostering a positive learning environment that encourages student growth
- Passionate about inspiring students’ interest in mathematics through innovative teaching methods
- Collaborative mindset willing to work as part of a team within an international school setting
- Dedication to continuous professional development and staying current with educational best practices
- Respectful towards cultural diversity within the school community
If you are enthusiastic about leading a dynamic mathematics department at an international school dedicated to excellence, we welcome your application.
PBIS is totally committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same from its employees. All new staff will be subjected to an enhanced pre-employment clearance check, including an identity check, criminal background checks, qualifications checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps in employment and two satisfactory professional references which will be verified. All teaching posts must have a teaching qualification. Therefore, your acceptance of employment contract and/or letter of appointment is still contingent upon successfully passing a background and reference check.