HOD Commerce
at DAV Public School, Pokhariput,Aerodrome Area · Bhubaneswar (BBSR) · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- DAV Public School, Pokhariput,Aerodrome Area
- City
- Bhubaneswar (BBSR)
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹10L – ₹25L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 31 May 2026
- Closing date
- 24 Jul 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Bhubaneswar (BBSR) — snapshot
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HOD Commerce
at DAV Public School, Pokhariput,Aerodrome Area
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 37+ years.
Job description
Overview
Join the faculty at DAV Public School, Pokhariput,Aerodrome Area as a HOD Commerce in Bhubaneswar (BBSR), Odisha. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. School profile: DAV Public School, Pokhariput,Aerodrome Area in Bhubaneswar (BBSR), Odisha — a senior secondary setup, established 1989, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. 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. 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. 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 (₹10.4 LPA – ₹24.7 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. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with DAV Public School, Pokhariput,Aerodrome Area. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
What questions are asked in a HOD Commerce interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Commerce roles in Bhubaneswar (BBSR).
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.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
This is a contract engagement — the offer letter will state the duration and renewal terms. Most school contracts run one academic year and are renewable subject to performance.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
DAV Public School, Pokhariput,Aerodrome Area follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Can I negotiate the salary at DAV Public School, Pokhariput,Aerodrome Area?
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.
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.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
Where exactly is DAV Public School, Pokhariput,Aerodrome Area located?
The school is in Bhubaneswar (BBSR), Odisha. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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Role details
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- 2
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Key facts about DAV Public School, Pokhariput,Aerodrome Area
- Founded
- 1989
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
DAV Public School, Pokhariput, Bhubaneswar basks on its 5 acres sprawling campus hugging 2650 young minds with sparkling smiles and fertile imaginations ready to ride the future resolutely. Students across the state vie to get a seat in this acclaimed educational institute affiliated to CBSE, New Delhi. Illuminated with the guiding precepts of Swami Dayananda Saraswati, the school is striding forward in all fields of educational excellences etching its impressions on the state and the national level conventions.
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