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HOD Commerce

at Al Sabah Indian Pvt School · United Arab Emirates · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹11L – ₹12L / yr7–9 yrsCloses 5 Sept
United Arab Emirates, Foreign SchoolscontractPosted 7d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Commerce
School
Al Sabah Indian Pvt School
City
United Arab Emirates
State
Foreign Schools
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹11L – ₹12L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
26 Jun 2026
Closing date
5 Sept 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Commerce salary in United Arab Emirates — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹10.8L
per year
Typical
₹11.2L
per year
Senior / high
₹11.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Commerce

at Al Sabah Indian Pvt School

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Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 23+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Al Sabah Indian Pvt School in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools is seeking a HOD Commerce who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. About Al Sabah Indian Pvt School: a senior secondary institution in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2003,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Role: as HOD Commerce, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹10.8 LPA – ₹11.7 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Al Sabah Indian Pvt School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Common questions about this role

What does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

What questions are asked in a HOD Commerce interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Commerce roles in United Arab Emirates.

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?

Most reputable schools in United Arab Emirates run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

How much experience do I need for this HOD Commerce role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD Commerce job?

Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

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Al Sabah Indian Pvt School

Key facts about Al Sabah Indian Pvt School

Key facts
Founded
2003
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SREEKUMAR KESAVANKARTHA
Affiliation #
6630066
Address
AL SABAH INDIAN PVT. SCHOOL POST BOX-13347, Al Sabah Indian, United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools, 000000

Al Sabah Indian Pvt School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools.

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