Job Description — HOD (MOE Subjects)

Job Title

Head of Department (HOD) – MOE Subjects

(MOE typically refers to Ministry of Education curriculum subjects such as Mathematics, Science, English, Social Studies, or related academic departments depending on institution structure.)

Job Summary

The Head of Department (MOE Subjects) is responsible for academic leadership, curriculum planning, teaching quality, and faculty management within the assigned department. The role ensures effective delivery of the curriculum, student performance improvement, and alignment with institutional and Ministry of Education standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the academic department and teaching faculty
Plan, implement, and monitor curriculum delivery as per MOE guidelines
Ensure high-quality teaching standards and classroom effectiveness
Supervise lesson planning, assessments, and academic schedules
Monitor student performance and implement improvement strategies
Conduct classroom observations and teacher evaluations
Coordinate internal exams, question papers, and grading standards
Organize departmental meetings and academic development programs
Ensure compliance with educational policies and accreditation standards
Support teacher training, mentoring, and professional development
Collaborate with school leadership on academic planning and strategy
Communicate with parents and stakeholders regarding student progress

Required Skills

Strong academic leadership and management abilities
Subject matter expertise in MOE curriculum subjects
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Classroom observation and instructional leadership skills
Curriculum planning and assessment design expertise
Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Team management and mentoring capability

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Education or relevant subject specialization
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) preferred or required
5–10+ years of teaching experience
2–5 years of academic leadership or HOD experience preferred
Familiarity with MOE curriculum standards and teaching frameworks

Preferred Tools & Platforms

Google Classroom
Microsoft Teams
Moodle
Zoom
PowerPoint

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Student academic performance and result improvement
Teacher performance and classroom effectiveness
Curriculum completion and compliance rate
Assessment quality and consistency
Student engagement and satisfaction levels
Departmental planning and execution efficiency
Professional development participation of faculty

Work Environment

Schools, colleges, or educational institutions
Classroom observation and academic coordination settings
Administrative and leadership office environment
Regular interaction with teachers, students, and school leadership

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