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HOD Commerce

₹8.7L – ₹12L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 28 Jul 25 days left
Thiruvananthapuram, KeralacontractPosted 32d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Commerce
School
Mother India Higher SEC School
City
Thiruvananthapuram
State
Kerala
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹8.7L – ₹12L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
31 May 2026
Closing date
28 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Commerce salary in Thiruvananthapuram — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹8.7L
per year
Typical
₹10.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹12.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Commerce

at Mother India Higher SEC School

25 days left

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 29+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Mother India Higher SEC School invites applications for a HOD Commerce in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. Mother India Higher SEC School in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1997,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹8.7 LPA – ₹12.0 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Mother India Higher SEC School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.

What questions are asked in a HOD Commerce interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

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.

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.

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.

How do I apply for this HOD Commerce vacancy?

Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.

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About the school

Mother India Higher SEC School

Key facts about Mother India Higher SEC School

Key facts
Founded
1997
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
LATHAKUMARY S
Affiliation #
930350
Address
CHAVARCODE PARIPPALLY PO DISTT THIRUVANANTHAPURAM KERALA, Chavarcode Parippally Distt, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, 691574

Mother India Higher SEC School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1997, located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.

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