HOD Commerce
at Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Rathapur · Sonepur · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Rathapur
- City
- Sonepur
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10L – ₹26L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 19 May 2026
- Closing date
- 24 Jul 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Sonepur — 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 Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Rathapur
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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
Join Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Rathapur in Sonepur, Odisha as our next HOD Commerce. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Rathapur, established 2016, runs as a senior secondary campus in Sonepur, Odisha — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. Context: the HOD Commerce reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹10.5 LPA – ₹25.7 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Rathapur. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
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.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
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.
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.
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.
What is the average HOD Commerce salary in Sonepur?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Commerce roles in Sonepur. 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.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
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.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Rathapur
Key facts about Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Rathapur
- Founded
- 2016
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- BISHNU PRASAD JENA
- Affiliation #
- 1520022
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Rathapur is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Sonepur, Odisha.
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