HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Guidance English Medium School (residencial)
- City
- Khordha
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹27L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 30 Jul 2026
HOD Commerce
at Guidance English Medium School (residencial)
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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.
Job description
Overview
Join the faculty at Guidance English Medium School (residencial) as a HOD Commerce in Khordha, Odisha. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Guidance English Medium School (residencial), established 1988, is a senior secondary school in Khordha, Odisha — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. 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. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹11.5 LPA – ₹26.5 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. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Guidance English Medium School (residencial) instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Guidance English Medium School (residencial) follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
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.
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Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Guidance English Medium School (residencial)
Key facts about Guidance English Medium School (residencial)
- Founded
- 1988
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- SUHASINI PATTANAIK
- Affiliation #
- 1530106
Guidance English Medium School (residencial) is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1988, located in Khordha, Odisha.
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