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HOD Commerce

at Guidance Public School · Kottayam · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹12L – ₹24L / yr6–10 yrsCloses 13 Aug
Kottayam, Keralafull-timePosted 22d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Commerce
School
Guidance Public School
City
Kottayam
State
Kerala
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹24L per year
Experience
6–10 years
Posted
11 Jun 2026
Closing date
13 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Commerce salary in Kottayam — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.9L
per year
Typical
₹18.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹24.3L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Commerce

at Guidance Public School

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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

Guidance Public School invites applications for a HOD Commerce in Kottayam, Kerala. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. Guidance Public School, established 2002, is a secondary campus in Kottayam, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹11.9 LPA – ₹24.3 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Guidance Public School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?

Most reputable schools in Kottayam run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.

What is the salary for this HOD Commerce role?

The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.

How much experience do I need for this HOD Commerce role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

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.

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.

Is there a probation period?

Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Guidance Public School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

Is school transport available for staff?

Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.

Can I negotiate the salary at Guidance Public School?

Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Guidance Public School

Key facts about Guidance Public School

Key facts
Founded
2002
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
MUHAMMED SHEFEEK P S
Affiliation #
931041
Address
NADAKKAL POONJAR P.O ERATTUPETTA KOTTAYAM, Nadakkal Poonjar P.o, Kottayam, Kerala, 686581

Guidance Public School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2002, located in Kottayam, Kerala.

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