Pune: HOD Commerce — Podar International School Job at Podar International School

Podar International School
Pune, Maharashtrafull-time₹6.0L – ₹9.0L / yrICSE5–12 yrs expPosted 4d ago

Key facts

Role
HOD Commerce — Podar International School
School
Podar International School
City
Pune
State
Maharashtra
Board
ICSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹6.0L – ₹9.0L per year
Experience
5–12 years
Posted
16 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 2005

Job description

Overview

Podar International School (Pune, Maharashtra) is inviting applications for a HOD Commerce — Podar International School. The school has been running for 21+ years. Curriculum: ICSE. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.

Podar International School, a ICSE school in Pune, 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: Podar International School is a ICSE Day School in Pimpri Chinchwad, Pune.

What you'll handle as a HOD Commerce — Podar International School

Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.

Working in an ICSE school

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

Working conditions

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

About teaching in Pune

Pune has a healthy mix of CBSE, ICSE and IB schools, with strong demand around the academic-year onboarding cycle.

Common questions about this role

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most ICSE/ISC schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

What qualifications are required for a HOD Commerce — Podar International School?

Most HOD Commerce — Podar International 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.

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

Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.

Do I have to work weekends?

Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.

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.

About Podar International School

Podar International School is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 2005, located in Pune, Maharashtra.

Podar International School is a ICSE Day School in Pimpri Chinchwad, Pune.

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