HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Santa Cruz Public School
- City
- Alappuzha
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹20L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 29 May 2026
- Closing date
- 28 Jul 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Alappuzha — 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 25+ years.
Job description
Overview
Join Santa Cruz Public School in Alappuzha, Kerala as our next HOD Commerce. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. School profile: Santa Cruz Public School in Alappuzha, Kerala — a senior secondary setup, established 2001, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Position: as HOD Commerce, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹11.1 LPA – ₹19.6 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Santa Cruz 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
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.
Can I negotiate the salary at Santa Cruz Public School?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Commerce role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Commerce application — Santa Cruz Public School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Santa Cruz Public School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Santa Cruz Public School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
How do I apply for this HOD Commerce vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
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 Alappuzha.
Where exactly is Santa Cruz Public School located?
The school is in Alappuzha, Kerala. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
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Role details
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- 3
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Key facts about Santa Cruz Public School
- Founded
- 2001
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- MARY DIANA
- Affiliation #
- 930678
Santa Cruz Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2001, located in Alappuzha, Kerala.
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