HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Ajit Karam Singh International Public School, Aksips-45 Sect 45
- City
- Chandigarh
- State
- Chandigarh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹15L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 29 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 9 Sept 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Chandigarh — snapshot
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HOD Commerce
at Ajit Karam Singh International Public School, Aksips-45 Sect 45
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Ajit Karam Singh International Public School, Aksips-45 Sect 45 in Chandigarh, Chandigarh is accepting applications for a HOD Commerce. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. Ajit Karam Singh International Public School, Aksips-45 Sect 45, established 2004, is a senior secondary school in Chandigarh, Chandigarh — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. What the role looks like: the HOD Commerce owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹11.9 LPA – ₹14.7 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Ajit Karam Singh International Public School, Aksips-45 Sect 45 instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Ajit Karam Singh International Public School, Aksips-45 Sect 45
Key facts about Ajit Karam Singh International Public School, Aksips-45 Sect 45
- Founded
- 2004
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- PAMILA KAUR
- Affiliation #
- 2630063
Ajit Karam Singh International Public School, Aksips-45 Sect 45 is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2004, located in Chandigarh, Chandigarh.
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