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HOD Commerce

₹11L – ₹21L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 10 Aug
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadufull-timePosted 23d ago
ICSE
Senior Secondary

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Key facts

Role
HOD Commerce
School
Riverside Public School
City
Coimbatore
State
Tamil Nadu
Board
ICSE
School type
Senior Secondary
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹21L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
10 Jun 2026
Closing date
10 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Commerce salary in Coimbatore — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹11.0L
per year
Typical
₹16.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹21.2L
per year

ICSE schools sit close to the CBSE band, with 5-10% variance by chain.

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HOD Commerce

at Riverside Public School

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Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Applications are open for a HOD Commerce at Riverside Public School in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Riverside Public School, established 2000, runs as a senior secondary campus in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. What the role looks like: the HOD Commerce owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹11.0 LPA – ₹21.2 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Riverside Public School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

How do I write an application email for this HOD Commerce role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Commerce application — Riverside Public School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Riverside Public School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

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.

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.

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

Is background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
3
About the school

Riverside Public School

Key facts about Riverside Public School

Key facts
Founded
2000
Board
ICSE
Type
Senior Secondary
Student-teacher ratio
25:1
Address
San-Tri-Moo, Kotagiri, San-Tri-Moo, Kotagiri, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, 641107

Riverside Public School is a secular, co-educational, day and residential school dedicated to the idea of empowering children to confidently face the world. It was founded in the year 2000 by the Riverside family based out of The Nilgiris to serve the local community in and around Nilgiris. Over time due to its dedication to excellence and its alternative education models, it gained prominence and now serves over 950 children every year from the kindergarten to the Senior Secondary.

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