HOD Commerce
at Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla International School · Kolhapur · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla International School
- City
- Kolhapur
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12.1L – ₹28.6L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 25 May 2026
- Closing date
- 29 Jul 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Kolhapur — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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. Cyrus Poonawalla International School in Kolhapur, Maharashtra. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla International School runs as a secondary campus in Kolhapur, Maharashtra — 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. 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. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹12.1 LPA – ₹28.6 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla International School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
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How do I write an application email for this HOD Commerce role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Commerce application — Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla International School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla International School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.
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.
Can I negotiate the salary at Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla International School?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Kolhapur 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.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
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. Cyrus Poonawalla International School
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary
Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla International School is a secondary affiliated to CBSE, located in Kolhapur, Maharashtra.
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