HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Hairchandanpur
- City
- Keonjhar
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11.9L – ₹23.6L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 27 May 2026
- Closing date
- 7 Aug 2026
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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
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Hairchandanpur is hiring a HOD Commerce in Keonjhar, Odisha. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. School profile: Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Hairchandanpur in Keonjhar, Odisha — a senior secondary setup, established 2016, — 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 (₹11.9 LPA – ₹23.6 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. Submit your application here so Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Hairchandanpur can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a HOD Commerce?
Most HOD Commerce 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 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.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this HOD Commerce listing is usually welcome.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Hairchandanpur follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD Commerce job?
Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.
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.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Commerce role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Commerce role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Commerce application — Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Hairchandanpur"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Hairchandanpur and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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Key facts about Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Hairchandanpur
- Founded
- 2016
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- RASMIREKHA PANIGRAHI
- Affiliation #
- 1520021
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Hairchandanpur is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Keonjhar, Odisha.
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