GEMS Akademia International School is hiring a HOD Commerce — GEMS Akademia International School in Kolkata
GEMS Akademia International SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce — GEMS Akademia International School
- School
- GEMS Akademia International School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.4L – ₹9.9L per year
- Experience
- 9–14 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
GEMS Akademia International School, a CISCE school in Kolkata, is hiring a HOD Commerce.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
About the school: The Gems Akademia campus strikes a balance between modern facilities and natural surroundings to create an atmosphere that is ideal for students to learn, explore, and grow in a sheltered environment. Abundant greenery, water bodies, and plenty of open space makes the 20-acre campus beautiful and serene, allowing students to be in perfect harmony with nature. The campus is divided into four zones: Academic, Athletic, Activity and Ancillary, each of which is purpose-built with state-of-the-art infrastructure and a broad range of provisions. All buildings are air-conditioned and fitted with elevators/ramps to make the school user friendly.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most ICSE/ISC schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Where exactly is GEMS Akademia International School located?
The school is in Kolkata, West Bengal. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
About GEMS Akademia International School
The Gems Akademia campus strikes a balance between modern facilities and natural surroundings to create an atmosphere that is ideal for students to learn, explore, and grow in a sheltered environment. Abundant greenery, water bodies, and plenty of open space makes the 20-acre campus beautiful and serene, allowing students to be in perfect harmony with nature. The campus is divided into four zones: Academic, Athletic, Activity and Ancillary, each of which is purpose-built with state-of-the-art infrastructure and a broad range of provisions. All buildings are air-conditioned and fitted with elevators/ramps to make the school user friendly.
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