HOD Commerce — Akal Academy, Fatehgarh Channa Gajewas, Patiala

Akal Academy, Fatehgarh Channa Gajewas is looking for a HOD Commerce in Patiala, Punjab to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. About Akal Academy, Fatehgarh Channa Gajewas: a senior secondary institution in Patiala, Punjab — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1996,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Context: the HOD Commerce reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. What you will do:

• Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
• Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
• Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
• Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
• Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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 (₹9.0 LPA – ₹24.6 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 Akal Academy, Fatehgarh Channa Gajewas instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.