HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Kendriya Vidyalaya, I I T
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹8.2L – ₹18L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 26 May 2026
- Closing date
- 27 Jul 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Chennai — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Commerce
at Kendriya Vidyalaya, I I T
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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 62+ years.
Job description
Overview
Join the faculty at Kendriya Vidyalaya, I I T as a HOD Commerce in Chennai, Tamilnadu. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Kendriya Vidyalaya, I I T in Chennai, Tamilnadu operates as a senior secondary school, established 1964, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. What the role looks like: the HOD Commerce owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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 at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹8.2 LPA – ₹18.1 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Kendriya Vidyalaya, I I T receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Chennai), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
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.
What is the average HOD Commerce salary in Chennai?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Commerce pay in Chennai varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Kendriya Vidyalaya, I I T
Key facts about Kendriya Vidyalaya, I I T
- Founded
- 1964
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- R N SENDHIL KUMAR
- Affiliation #
- 1900001
Kendriya Vidyalaya, I I T is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1964, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.
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