HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Mahalakshmi Vidhyashram School
- City
- Ranipet
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹25L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 19 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 29 Aug 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Ranipet — 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 Mahalakshmi Vidhyashram 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.
Job description
Overview
Applications are open for a HOD Commerce at Mahalakshmi Vidhyashram School in Ranipet, Tamilnadu. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. School profile: Mahalakshmi Vidhyashram School in Ranipet, Tamilnadu — a secondary setup, established 2019, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Role: as HOD Commerce, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹11.3 LPA – ₹24.5 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Mahalakshmi Vidhyashram School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
What is the average HOD Commerce salary in Ranipet?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Commerce roles in Ranipet. 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.
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 Ranipet.
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.
How do I apply for this HOD Commerce vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
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.
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.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Mahalakshmi Vidhyashram School
Key facts about Mahalakshmi Vidhyashram School
- Founded
- 2019
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- M TAMIL SELVI
- Affiliation #
- 1931563
Mahalakshmi Vidhyashram School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2019, located in Ranipet, Tamilnadu.
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