HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Goethals Memorial School
- City
- Darjeeling
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹24L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 21 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 17 Aug 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Darjeeling — snapshot
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HOD Commerce
at Goethals Memorial School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Established school — running for 119+ years.
Job description
Overview
Join the faculty at Goethals Memorial School as a HOD Commerce in Darjeeling, West Bengal. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. School profile: Goethals Memorial School in Darjeeling, West Bengal — a senior secondary setup, established 1907, — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Context: the HOD Commerce reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. 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. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹11.4 LPA – ₹24.0 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Submit your application here so Goethals Memorial School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
Where exactly is Goethals Memorial School located?
The school is in Darjeeling, West Bengal. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
What questions are asked in a HOD Commerce interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Commerce roles in Darjeeling.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a part time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Commerce role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Commerce application — Goethals Memorial School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Goethals Memorial School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Goethals Memorial School
Key facts about Goethals Memorial School
- Founded
- 1907
- Board
- CISCE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 25:1
The vision of Goethals Memorial School is to bring in a sense of social justice among it's pupils & enable them to become better citizens in the near future. The Christian Brothers have bought in compassion, inclusion & empathy towards the pupils through education. The school stands for secular ideals & the pursuit of enlightenment as it's path to a renaissance in the field of modern education. The school stands for unity in diversity.
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