HOD Commerce
at Carmel Convent Higher Secondary School · Shahdol · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Carmel Convent Higher Secondary School
- City
- Shahdol
- State
- Madhya Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10.0L – ₹24L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 29 Aug 2026
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HOD Commerce
at Carmel Convent Higher Secondary School
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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
An opening for a HOD Commerce in Shahdol, Madhya Pradesh at Carmel Convent Higher Secondary School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Carmel Convent Higher Secondary School, established 1990, is a senior secondary campus in Shahdol, Madhya Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹10.0 LPA – ₹24.3 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Carmel Convent Higher Secondary School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Shahdol 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.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this HOD Commerce listing is usually welcome.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
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.
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.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
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.
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.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Carmel Convent Higher Secondary School
Key facts about Carmel Convent Higher Secondary School
- Founded
- 1990
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Sr. Ancy Anto
- Affiliation #
- 1030313
Carmel Convent Higher Secondary School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1990, located in Shahdol, Madhya Pradesh.
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