D.A.V. Public School is hiring a HOD Commerce — D.A.V. Public School in Chennai
D.A.V. Public SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce — D.A.V. Public School
- School
- D.A.V. Public School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.8L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 10–12 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
D.A.V. Public School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a HOD Commerce — D.A.V. Public School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 36+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
D.A.V. Public School, a CBSE school in Chennai, is hiring a HOD Commerce.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
About the school: D.A.V. Public School is a CBSE Day School in Velachery, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a HOD Commerce — D.A.V. Public School
Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.
Working in a CBSE school
This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Chennai
Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.
Common questions about this role
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
What qualifications are required for a HOD Commerce — D.A.V. Public School?
Most HOD Commerce — D.A.V. Public School roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
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.
About D.A.V. Public School
D.A.V. Public School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1990, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
D.A.V. Public School is a CBSE Day School in Velachery, Chennai.
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