HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Dr. A. P. J Abdul Kalam Residential School, Gadag
- City
- Gadag
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12.5L – ₹25.4L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 13 Aug 2026
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- 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
Dr. A. P. J Abdul Kalam Residential School, Gadag is looking for a HOD Commerce in Gadag, Karnataka to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Dr. A. P. J Abdul Kalam Residential School, Gadag, established 2005, runs as a secondary campus in Gadag, Karnataka — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. Role: as HOD Commerce, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹12.5 LPA – ₹25.4 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Dr. A. P. J Abdul Kalam Residential School, Gadag. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
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 there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality.
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.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
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What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
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What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
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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.
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Key facts about Dr. A. P. J Abdul Kalam Residential School, Gadag
- Founded
- 2005
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- MANJULA S ARIKATTI
- Affiliation #
- 820075
Dr. A. P. J Abdul Kalam Residential School, Gadag is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2005, located in Gadag, Karnataka.
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