HOD Commerce — Nava Nalanda High School Vacancy at Nava Nalanda High School, Kolkata

Nava Nalanda High School
Kolkata, West Bengalfull-time₹7.1L – ₹11L / yrCISCE10–15 yrs expPosted 6d ago

Key facts

Role
HOD Commerce — Nava Nalanda High School
School
Nava Nalanda High School
City
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Board
CISCE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.1L – ₹11L per year
Experience
10–15 years
Posted
16 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1967

Job description

Overview

Now hiring: HOD Commerce — Nava Nalanda High School — Nava Nalanda High School, Kolkata, West Bengal. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: CISCE. The school has been running for 59+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.

Nava Nalanda High School, a CISCE school in Kolkata, 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: Nava Nalanda High School is a CISCE Day School in Kalighat, Kolkata.

What you'll handle as a HOD Commerce — Nava Nalanda High School

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

Working in a CISCE school

This is an ICSE/ISC school — expect a project-heavy curriculum, strong language emphasis and detailed internal assessment portfolios.

Working conditions

Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.

About teaching in Kolkata

Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.

Common questions about this role

Where exactly is Nava Nalanda High School located?

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

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.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

What qualifications are required for a HOD Commerce — Nava Nalanda High School?

Most HOD Commerce — Nava Nalanda High School 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.

About Nava Nalanda High School

Nava Nalanda High School is a day school affiliated to CISCE, established in 1967, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.

Nava Nalanda High School is a CISCE Day School in Kalighat, Kolkata.

View school profile →

Working at Nava Nalanda High School

Perks

Medical RoomTransportationWifiSmart ClassesMusicPicnics and excursionArt and CraftDanceDramaDebateGardeningLibrary/Reading Room

Campus gallery

Nava Nalanda High School campus 1Nava Nalanda High School campus 2Nava Nalanda High School campus 3Nava Nalanda High School campus 4Nava Nalanda High School campus 5

Where this school is