HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- D A V Public School, Duttnagar
- City
- Shimla
- State
- Himachal Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.1L – ₹24L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 28 May 2026
- Closing date
- 30 Jul 2026
HOD Commerce
at D A V Public School, Duttnagar
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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
Join D A V Public School, Duttnagar in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh as our next HOD Commerce. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About the institution: D A V Public School, Duttnagar in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh — a senior secondary setup, established 2015, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. 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. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹8.1 LPA – ₹23.9 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so D A V Public School, Duttnagar receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
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I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
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Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
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Which curriculum does the school follow?
D A V Public School, Duttnagar follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
D A V Public School, Duttnagar
Key facts about D A V Public School, Duttnagar
- Founded
- 2015
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- MUKTA CHAUHAN
- Affiliation #
- 630046
D A V Public School, Duttnagar is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2015, located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.
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