HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Govt High School, Sector-40a
- City
- Chandigarh
- State
- Chandigarh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹7.7L – ₹21L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 29 May 2026
- Closing date
- 12 Aug 2026
HOD Commerce
at Govt High School, Sector-40a
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 44+ years.
Job description
Overview
Applications are invited for a HOD Commerce at Govt High School, Sector-40a in Chandigarh, Chandigarh. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. About the institution: Govt High School, Sector-40a in Chandigarh, Chandigarh — a secondary setup, established 1982, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. About the role: the HOD Commerce is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹7.7 LPA – ₹21.3 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Govt High School, Sector-40a reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
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.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
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.
Where exactly is Govt High School, Sector-40a located?
The school is in Chandigarh, Chandigarh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Govt High School, Sector-40a
Key facts about Govt High School, Sector-40a
- Founded
- 1982
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- PARVEEN KUMAR MEHTA
- Affiliation #
- 2620064
Govt High School, Sector-40a is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1982, located in Chandigarh, Chandigarh.
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