HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Poornachandra Public School
- City
- Hassan
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹8.7L – ₹9.8L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 1 Aug 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Hassan — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 23+ years.
Job description
Overview
Poornachandra Public School in Hassan, Karnataka is on the lookout for a HOD Commerce. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. About Poornachandra Public School: a secondary institution in Hassan, Karnataka — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2003,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. About the role: the HOD Commerce is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. 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 – ₹9.8 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 through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Poornachandra Public School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Poornachandra Public School located?
The school is in Hassan, Karnataka. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a part 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'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.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
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.
What questions are asked in a HOD Commerce interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Commerce roles in Hassan.
What is the salary for this HOD Commerce role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
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Role details
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- 3
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Key facts about Poornachandra Public School
- Founded
- 2003
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- MANJUNATH N JAKKALI
- Affiliation #
- 830352
Poornachandra Public School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Hassan, Karnataka.
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