HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya, Lumla
- City
- Tawang
- State
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Government
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.5L – ₹16.7L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 4 Jul 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Tawang — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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
We are looking for a HOD Commerce to join Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya, Lumla in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya, Lumla runs as a senior secondary campus in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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 (₹8.5 LPA – ₹16.7 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya, Lumla. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Tawang 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 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 Tawang.
What is the average HOD Commerce salary in Tawang?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Commerce roles in Tawang. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
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Key facts about Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya, Lumla
- Type
- Government
- Grades
- 6–10
- Students
- 93
- Staff
- 12
Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya, Lumla is a government, located in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh, offering 6–10. The campus serves around 93 students with a teaching and support team of about 12. Campus facilities include Library, Playground, Drinking Water, Toilets, Electricity.
Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya, Lumla is a girls upper pr. and secondary school in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh (Rural), run under Government. It serves classes 6–10 with 12 teachers and 93 students.
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