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HOD Commerce

₹13L – ₹27L / yr6–9 yrsCloses 26 Aug
Kanchipuram, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 8d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Commerce
School
Gateway International Schools
City
Kanchipuram
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹13L – ₹27L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
25 Jun 2026
Closing date
26 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Commerce salary in Kanchipuram — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹12.8L
per year
Typical
₹19.7L
per year
Senior / high
₹26.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Commerce

at Gateway International Schools

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Gateway International Schools has opened applications for a HOD Commerce in Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. Gateway International Schools, established 2011, runs as a senior secondary campus in Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu — 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. What the role looks like: the HOD Commerce owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹12.8 LPA – ₹26.6 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 Gateway International Schools 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 Gateway International Schools located?

The school is in Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

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.

How big are the classes?

Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.

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.

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.

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.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
3
About the school

Gateway International Schools

Key facts about Gateway International Schools

Key facts
Founded
2011
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
JAICY BELL SHALOM
Affiliation #
1930380
Address
GATEWAY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL,JEBAKKADAL STREET,PADUR VILLAGE,KELAMBAKKAM,CHENNAI, Gateway International School, Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu, 603301

Gateway International Schools is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2011, located in Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu.

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