HOD Commerce
at Eklavya Modal Residential School · Rajnandgaon · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Eklavya Modal Residential School
- City
- Rajnandgaon
- State
- Chattisgarh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹20L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 29 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 9 Sept 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Rajnandgaon — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Commerce
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Job description
Overview
Applications are open for a HOD Commerce at Eklavya Modal Residential School in Rajnandgaon, Chattisgarh. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Eklavya Modal Residential School, established 2019, is a senior secondary campus in Rajnandgaon, Chattisgarh — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. 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. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹11.1 LPA – ₹20.4 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Eklavya Modal Residential School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Rajnandgaon 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 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.
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.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Commerce role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Commerce application — Eklavya Modal Residential School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Eklavya Modal Residential School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Eklavya Modal Residential School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What is the average HOD Commerce salary in Rajnandgaon?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Commerce roles in Rajnandgaon. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Eklavya Modal Residential School
Key facts about Eklavya Modal Residential School
- Founded
- 2019
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- THANSINGH KARTE
- Affiliation #
- 3320487
Eklavya Modal Residential School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2019, located in Rajnandgaon, Chattisgarh.
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