HOD Commerce — American Embassy School Vacancy at American Embassy School, Delhi
American Embassy SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce — American Embassy School
- School
- American Embassy School
- City
- Delhi
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- IB Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹16L – ₹20L per year
- Experience
- 11–13 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
American Embassy School, a IB Board school in Delhi, is hiring a HOD Commerce.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
About the school: The American Embassy School, New Delhi offers an American standards-based curriculum with an international perspective for pre-kindergarten through grade 12. Students may opt for the two-year International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP) in grades 11 and 12.The school’s assessments incorporate the Northwest Evaluation Association (NWEA)’s Measures of Academic Progress (MAP), Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT), and Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) program from grade 3 through grade 12 and PG.
Common questions about this role
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
What qualifications are required for a HOD Commerce — American Embassy School?
Most HOD Commerce — American Embassy School roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
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.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
What is the salary for this HOD Commerce — American Embassy School role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
About American Embassy School
The American Embassy School, New Delhi offers an American standards-based curriculum with an international perspective for pre-kindergarten through grade 12. Students may opt for the two-year International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP) in grades 11 and 12.The school’s assessments incorporate the Northwest Evaluation Association (NWEA)’s Measures of Academic Progress (MAP), Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT), and Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) program from grade 3 through grade 12 and PG.
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