HOD Commerce
at Carmel Convent School · Mahasamund · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Carmel Convent School
- City
- Mahasamund
- State
- Chattisgarh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹29L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 15 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 25 Aug 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Mahasamund — snapshot
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HOD Commerce
at Carmel Convent 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
Carmel Convent School is hiring a HOD Commerce in Mahasamund, Chattisgarh. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. Carmel Convent School in Mahasamund, Chattisgarh operates as a senior secondary school, established 2002, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹12.0 LPA – ₹28.6 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Carmel Convent School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
Can I negotiate the salary at Carmel Convent School?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
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.
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?
Carmel Convent School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Where exactly is Carmel Convent School located?
The school is in Mahasamund, Chattisgarh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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.
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.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Commerce role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Commerce application — Carmel Convent School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Carmel Convent School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Carmel Convent School
Key facts about Carmel Convent School
- Founded
- 2002
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- ARPITA
- Affiliation #
- 3330144
Carmel Convent School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2002, located in Mahasamund, Chattisgarh.
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