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HOD Commerce

₹11L – ₹13L / yr7–9 yrsCloses 21 Aug
Howrah, West Bengalfull-timePosted 11d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Commerce
School
Delhi Public School, Howrah
City
Howrah
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹13L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
21 Jun 2026
Closing date
21 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Commerce salary in Howrah — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.7L
per year
Typical
₹11.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹12.8L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Commerce

at Delhi Public School, Howrah

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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

Delhi Public School, Howrah is looking for a HOD Commerce in Howrah, West Bengal to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Delhi Public School, Howrah, established 2012, is a senior secondary campus in Howrah, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. What the role looks like: the HOD Commerce owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. 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 (₹10.7 LPA – ₹12.8 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. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Delhi Public School, Howrah reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.

Common questions about this role

How much experience do I need for this HOD Commerce role?

Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

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.

What is the average HOD Commerce salary in Howrah?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Commerce pay in Howrah varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

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 accommodation provided?

Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Delhi Public School, Howrah

Key facts about Delhi Public School, Howrah

Key facts
Founded
2012
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SUNITA ARORA
Affiliation #
2430186
Address
VILL.,P.O.& P.S.:DOMJUR AMTA ROAD, Vill., Howrah, West Bengal, 711405

Delhi Public School, Howrah is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2012, located in Howrah, West Bengal.

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