HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Dr. A.p.j Abdul Kalam Residential School, Bengaluru Rural
- City
- Bengaluru Rural
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.4L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 2 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 1 Aug 2026
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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
An opening for a HOD Commerce in Bengaluru Rural, Karnataka at Dr. A.p.j Abdul Kalam Residential School, Bengaluru Rural. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Dr. A.p.j Abdul Kalam Residential School, Bengaluru Rural, established 2016, is a secondary campus in Bengaluru Rural, Karnataka — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Commerce leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹9.4 LPA – ₹11.1 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Dr. A.p.j Abdul Kalam Residential School, Bengaluru Rural. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
How do I write an application email for this HOD Commerce role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Commerce application — Dr. A.p.j Abdul Kalam Residential School, Bengaluru Rural"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Dr. A.p.j Abdul Kalam Residential School, Bengaluru Rural and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Bengaluru Rural run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.
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.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
What qualifications are required for a HOD Commerce?
Most HOD Commerce 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.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
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Key facts about Dr. A.p.j Abdul Kalam Residential School, Bengaluru Rural
- Founded
- 2016
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- SHASHIKALA R
- Affiliation #
- 820070
Dr. A.p.j Abdul Kalam Residential School, Bengaluru Rural is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Bengaluru Rural, Karnataka.
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