PGT Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- PGT Commerce
- School
- Auckland House School
- City
- Shimla
- State
- Himachal Pradesh
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.6L – ₹5.9L per year
- Experience
- 3–6 years
- Posted
- 19 May 2026
- Closing date
- 15 Jul 2026
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PGT Commerce salary in Shimla — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
- Established school — running for 160+ years.
Job description
Overview
Auckland House School in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh is hiring a PGT Commerce. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. Auckland House School in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh functions as a senior secondary institution — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school, established 1866,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Details: a hands-on teaching role with clear classroom responsibilities. The PGT Commerce is expected to plan rigorously, teach with energy, assess fairly, and contribute to school life. What you will do:
- Own subject delivery across the assigned classes.
- Differentiate instruction so mixed-ability classrooms see steady progress.
- Design classroom assessments and support the examination cycle.
- Maintain academic records on the school's ERP.
- Support events, exhibitions, and parent meetings as needed. Candidate requirements:
- Graduate/Post-graduate with a teaching qualification (B.Ed./D.El.Ed. as relevant).
- Confident classroom presence and structured communication.
- Familiarity with the school's curriculum framework and assessment patterns.
- Willingness to plan thoroughly and accept peer/leader feedback.
- Genuine interest in students' academic and personal growth. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹3.6 LPA – ₹5.9 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. Submit your application here so Auckland House School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
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 accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
What is the salary for this PGT Commerce 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.
How much experience do I need for this PGT 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.
What is the average PGT Commerce salary in Shimla?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to PGT Commerce roles in Shimla. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
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.
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.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Auckland House School follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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Role details
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- 2
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Key facts about Auckland House School
- Founded
- 1866
- Board
- CISCE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 35:1
Auckland House School is a senior secondary affiliated to CISCE, established in 1866, located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. Classes follow a 35:1 student–teacher ratio.
Auckland House School is a Private, Senior Secondary school and also a Boarding School situated at Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, North India.
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