{
  "jsonld": {
    "@context": "https://schema.org",
    "@type": "JobPosting",
    "@id": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/jobs/hod-commerce-st-james-high-school-st-james-high-school-0038-west-tripura-f4477240",
    "identifier": [
      {
        "@type": "PropertyValue",
        "name": "St.james High School",
        "value": "1e3e8bf7-76c8-4107-aaa1-1049f5bb5131"
      },
      {
        "@type": "PropertyValue",
        "name": "board",
        "value": "CBSE"
      }
    ],
    "title": "HOD Commerce",
    "description": "St.james High School, established 1980, is a CBSE-affiliated secondary school in West Tripura, Tripura. The school is hiring a HOD Commerce. 3 positions open. Indicative pay: ₹11.8 LPA–₹15.9 LPA per year. Expected joining: April 2027 session. Core responsibilities:\n- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.\n- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.\n- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.\n- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.\n- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Qualifications and skills:\n- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.\n- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.\n- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.",
    "datePosted": "2026-09-12T17:25:11+00:00",
    "employmentType": "FULL_TIME",
    "hiringOrganization": {
      "@type": "Organization",
      "@id": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/schools/st-james-high-school-st-james-high-school-0038#school",
      "name": "St.james High School",
      "url": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/schools/st-james-high-school-st-james-high-school-0038",
      "sameAs": "http://www.stjamesgongrai.org",
      "address": {
        "@type": "PostalAddress",
        "addressCountry": "IN",
        "streetAddress": "ST.JAMES HIGH SCHOOL, GONGARAI P.O.KENDRAICHERRA P.S.TAKARJALA JAMPAIJALA SUB-DIV DIST-SEPAHIJALA TRIPURA",
        "addressLocality": "West Tripura",
        "addressRegion": "Tripura",
        "postalCode": "799102"
      },
      "foundingDate": "1980"
    },
    "url": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/jobs/hod-commerce-st-james-high-school-st-james-high-school-0038-west-tripura-f4477240",
    "mainEntityOfPage": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/jobs/hod-commerce-st-james-high-school-st-james-high-school-0038-west-tripura-f4477240",
    "validThrough": "2026-12-11T17:25:11.000Z",
    "dateModified": "2026-09-22T21:17:30.510836+00:00",
    "jobLocation": {
      "@type": "Place",
      "address": {
        "@type": "PostalAddress",
        "addressCountry": "IN",
        "streetAddress": "ST.JAMES HIGH SCHOOL, GONGARAI P.O.KENDRAICHERRA P.S.TAKARJALA JAMPAIJALA SUB-DIV DIST-SEPAHIJALA TRIPURA",
        "addressLocality": "West Tripura",
        "addressRegion": "Tripura",
        "postalCode": "799102"
      }
    },
    "baseSalary": {
      "@type": "MonetaryAmount",
      "currency": "INR",
      "value": {
        "@type": "QuantitativeValue",
        "unitText": "YEAR",
        "minValue": 1184000,
        "maxValue": 1591000
      }
    },
    "occupationalCategory": "11-9032.00 Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary",
    "industry": "Education",
    "totalJobOpenings": 3,
    "experienceRequirements": {
      "@type": "OccupationalExperienceRequirements",
      "monthsOfExperience": 60
    }
  },
  "board": "CBSE",
  "schoolType": "Secondary Level",
  "status": "published",
  "descriptionText": "St.james High School, established 1980, is a CBSE-affiliated secondary school in West Tripura, Tripura. The school is hiring a HOD Commerce. 3 positions open. Indicative pay: ₹11.8 LPA–₹15.9 LPA per year. Expected joining: April 2027 session. Core responsibilities:\n• Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.\n• Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.\n• Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.\n• Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.\n• Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Qualifications and skills:\n• Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.\n• Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.\n• Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.",
  "aboutTheRole": "Lead the subject department as HOD: hire well, coach often, moderate assessments and own subject-level results.",
  "dayToDay": [
    "Set the subject's annual scope-and-sequence.",
    "Hire and onboard new subject teachers.",
    "Run weekly department meetings.",
    "Moderate assessments and exam papers for the subject.",
    "Own subject-level board results and improvement plans."
  ],
  "estimatedBand": null,
  "enrichment": [
    {
      "id": "responsibilities",
      "heading": "What you'll handle as a HOD Commerce",
      "body": "Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department."
    },
    {
      "id": "board-context",
      "heading": "Working in a CBSE school",
      "body": "This school follows the **CBSE** framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities."
    }
  ],
  "faq": [
    {
      "q": "Is English fluency required?",
      "a": "Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected."
    },
    {
      "q": "How long does it take to hear back after applying?",
      "a": "Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward."
    },
    {
      "q": "Are meals provided at school?",
      "a": "Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is there a probation period?",
      "a": "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."
    },
    {
      "q": "Do I have to work weekends?",
      "a": "Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions."
    },
    {
      "q": "What is the leave policy?",
      "a": "Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter."
    },
    {
      "q": "What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?",
      "a": "Most reputable schools in West Tripura 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."
    },
    {
      "q": "Will I get PF and statutory benefits?",
      "a": "Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining."
    },
    {
      "q": "When does the school want the joining date to be?",
      "a": "Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period."
    },
    {
      "q": "Where exactly is St.james High School located?",
      "a": "The school is in West Tripura, Tripura. Check the \"About the school\" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference."
    }
  ]
}