HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Dr. A.p.j Abdul Kalam Residential School, Kodagu
- City
- Kodagu
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11.6L – ₹14.8L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 14 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 4 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
A vacancy has opened for a HOD Commerce at Dr. A.p.j Abdul Kalam Residential School, Kodagu in Kodagu, Karnataka. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. About Dr. A.p.j Abdul Kalam Residential School, Kodagu: a secondary institution in Kodagu, Karnataka — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2008,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. About the role: the HOD Commerce is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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 (₹11.6 LPA – ₹14.8 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Dr. A.p.j Abdul Kalam Residential School, Kodagu hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Dr. A.p.j Abdul Kalam Residential School, Kodagu located?
The school is in Kodagu, Karnataka. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Dr. A.p.j Abdul Kalam Residential School, Kodagu follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Commerce role?
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Key facts about Dr. A.p.j Abdul Kalam Residential School, Kodagu
- Founded
- 2008
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- GURU SWAMY K
- Affiliation #
- 820071
Dr. A.p.j Abdul Kalam Residential School, Kodagu is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2008, located in Kodagu, Karnataka.
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