Mahindra Academy is hiring a HOD Commerce — Mahindra Academy in Mumbai

Mahindra Academy
Mumbai, Maharashtrafull-time₹8.9L – ₹13L / yrState Board11–15 yrs expPosted 16d ago

Key facts

Role
HOD Commerce — Mahindra Academy
School
Mahindra Academy
City
Mumbai
State
Maharashtra
Board
State Board
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.9L – ₹13L per year
Experience
11–15 years
Posted
5 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1970

Job description

Overview

Mahindra Academy (Mumbai, Maharashtra) is inviting applications for a HOD Commerce — Mahindra Academy. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 56+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.

Mahindra Academy, a State Board school in Mumbai, is hiring a HOD Commerce.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
  • Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
  • Monitor student academic outcomes
  • Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters

Requirements:

  • 5-12 years of relevant experience
  • Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching

About the school: Mahindra Academy is a State Board Day School in Malad East, Mumbai.

What you'll handle as a HOD Commerce — Mahindra Academy

Drive subject excellence: peer-observe teachers, build resource banks, lead subject enrichment, and represent the department in academic council.

Working in a STATE BOARD school

State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.

Working conditions

This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.

About teaching in Mumbai

Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.

Common questions about this role

Where exactly is Mahindra Academy located?

The school is in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

What qualifications are required for a HOD Commerce — Mahindra Academy?

Most HOD Commerce — Mahindra Academy roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.

What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

Is accommodation provided?

Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.

About Mahindra Academy

Mahindra Academy is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1970, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

Mahindra Academy is a State Board Day School in Malad East, Mumbai.

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