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HOD Commerce

₹12L – ₹15L / yr7–10 yrsCloses 25 Jul 22 days left
South 24-pargana, West Bengalfull-timePosted 31d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Commerce
School
SHRI Santoshi Maa Academy
City
South 24-pargana
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹15L per year
Experience
7–10 years
Posted
1 Jun 2026
Closing date
25 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Commerce salary in South 24-pargana — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.7L
per year
Typical
₹13.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹14.5L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Commerce

at SHRI Santoshi Maa Academy

22 days left

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

SHRI Santoshi Maa Academy in South 24-pargana, West Bengal is seeking a HOD Commerce who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. SHRI Santoshi Maa Academy, established 2017, runs as a senior secondary campus in South 24-pargana, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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. 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. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹11.7 LPA – ₹14.5 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the SHRI Santoshi Maa Academy hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

Are meals provided at school?

Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.

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 accommodation provided?

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

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.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

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 South 24-pargana.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
2
About the school

SHRI Santoshi Maa Academy

Key facts about SHRI Santoshi Maa Academy

Key facts
Founded
2017
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Susmita Pal
Affiliation #
2430272
Address
KALAGACHIA , KHALPAR THAKURPUKUR., Kalagachia, South 24-pargana, West Bengal, 700063

SHRI Santoshi Maa Academy is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2017, located in South 24-pargana, West Bengal.

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