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HOD Commerce

₹12L – ₹26L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 16 Aug
Chennai, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 26d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Commerce
School
Chathrapathy Shivaji D A V School
City
Chennai
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹26L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
7 Jun 2026
Closing date
16 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Commerce salary in Chennai — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.4L
per year
Typical
₹19.2L
per year
Senior / high
₹26.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Commerce

at Chathrapathy Shivaji D A V 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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Chathrapathy Shivaji D A V School in Chennai, Tamilnadu is seeking a HOD Commerce who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. About Chathrapathy Shivaji D A V School: a secondary institution in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1975,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹12.4 LPA – ₹26.1 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 now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Chathrapathy Shivaji D A V School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

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 school transport available for staff?

Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.

What questions are asked in a HOD Commerce interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.

Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

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.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Chathrapathy Shivaji D A V School

Key facts about Chathrapathy Shivaji D A V School

Key facts
Founded
1975
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
KISHORE BHARATI
Affiliation #
1930083
Address
13 CIRCULAR ROAD U.I COLONY KODAMBAKKAM CHENNAI TAMIL NADU, 13 Circular Road, Chennai, Tamilnadu, 600024

Chathrapathy Shivaji D A V School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1975, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.

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