Head of Department Economics (HOD Economics)

Role Overview: At Sparkl, you will lead the Economics department with vision, strategy, and academic rigor. Your main responsibility will be teaching Economics to students of Grades 9-12, preparing them for IGCSE, AS, and A-Level examinations. Additionally, you will mentor and coach a team of educators to maintain excellence in curriculum delivery, pedagogy, and student outcomes. Your role will involve designing engaging, inquiry-driven lessons that connect economic theory to real-world events and decisions. You will guide students through internal assessments, research projects, and external competitions, while collaborating closely with academic leadership on curriculum planning, assessments, and enrichment programs. Your goal will be to build a culture of intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and global awareness within the Economics department. Key Responsibilities: - Lead the Economics department with vision, strategy, and academic rigor. - Teach Economics to students of Grades 9-12, preparing them for IGCSE, AS, and A-Level examinations. - Mentor and coach a team of educators to maintain excellence in curriculum delivery, pedagogy, and student outcomes. - Design engaging, inquiry-driven lessons that connect economic theory to real-world events and decisions. - Guide students through internal assessments, research projects, and external competitions. - Collaborate closely with academic leadership on curriculum planning, assessments, and enrichment programs. - Build a culture of intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and global awareness. Qualifications Required: - Minimum 6-7 years of teaching senior school Economics (Grades 9-12) in an IGCSE / IB / A-Level environment. - Bachelors/Masters degree in Economics; B.Ed preferred but not mandatory. - Strong mentoring, planning, and departmental management abilities. - Deep familiarity with international curricula, with preference for Cambridge/IB. - Passionate about Economics, innovative in approach, empathetic in leadership, and committed to excellence. - Ready to transition from a Gurgaon-based training phase (first month) to a permanent remote working model. About Sparkl: At Sparkl, we are not just preparing students for exams; we are preparing them for the real economy. Economics at Sparkl is not just theory; it's the art of understanding the world, questioning assumptions, and driving impact. The company is focused on building a learner-first, future-focused school where innovation meets excellence, and is looking for passionate individuals to join the team. Sparkl offers a competitive Senior Educator Salary of 10-12 LPA based on experience and expertise, work-from-home flexibility after the onboarding phase, and opportunities for growth within a rapidly scaling premium school brand.,