HOD Commerce
at SHRI Guru Nanak Doon Vale School · Dehradun · Apply in under 60 seconds.
Apply in ~90 seconds. Sign in or create a profile during apply.
Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- SHRI Guru Nanak Doon Vale School
- City
- Dehradun
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.7L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 19 May 2026
- Closing date
- 26 Jul 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Dehradun — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Commerce
at SHRI Guru Nanak Doon Vale School
Contact the school directly using the details below.
Apply in ~90 seconds. Sign in or create a profile during apply.
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
Join SHRI Guru Nanak Doon Vale School in Dehradun, Uttarakhand as our next HOD Commerce. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About SHRI Guru Nanak Doon Vale School: a secondary institution in Dehradun, Uttarakhand — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1993,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.7 LPA – ₹10.7 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so SHRI Guru Nanak Doon Vale School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
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 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.
How do I apply for this HOD Commerce vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.
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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
SHRI Guru Nanak Doon Vale School
Key facts about SHRI Guru Nanak Doon Vale School
- Founded
- 1993
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- HARVINDER KAUR
- Affiliation #
- 3530721
SHRI Guru Nanak Doon Vale School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1993, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
See all school jobs →Working at SHRI Guru Nanak Doon Vale School
Where this school is
Career path
Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Dehradun.