HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Sainik School
- City
- Mainpuri
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.2L – ₹10.8L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 28 Jul 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Mainpuri — 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.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
A vacancy has opened for a HOD Commerce at Sainik School in Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. About the institution: Sainik School in Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh — a senior secondary setup, established 2015, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. 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. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹7.2 LPA – ₹10.8 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Sainik School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
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.
What questions are asked in a HOD Commerce interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Commerce role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
Where exactly is Sainik School located?
The school is in Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
What is the salary for this HOD Commerce role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
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Key facts about Sainik School
- Founded
- 2015
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 15:1
Welcome To Sainik School Mainpuri Sainik School Mainpuri was raised as the 30th Sainik School of India and the first Sainik School of Uttar Pradesh under the aegis of Sainik Schools Society, Ministry of Defence, New Delhi. The main aim of the school is to prepare cadets mentally and physically for their entry into the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy. It is a fully residential institution for both boys and girls and is affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). Admissions are offered exclusively to students entering Classes VI and IX. The overall functioning of the school is monitored by a Local Board of Administration, which ensures the effective implementation of policies framed by the Board of Governors. The General Officer Commanding, Madhya U.P. Sub Area, Lucknow, serves as the Chairman of this board.
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