HOD Commerce — Sir JJ Girls' High School Vacancy at Sir JJ Girls' High School, Mumbai
Sir JJ Girls' High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce — Sir JJ Girls' High School
- School
- Sir JJ Girls' High School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.7L – ₹9.4L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 9 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the HOD Commerce — Sir JJ Girls' High School at Sir JJ Girls' High School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. The school has been running for 118+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
Sir JJ Girls' High School, a State Board school in Mumbai, is hiring a HOD Commerce.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
About the school: Sir JJ Girls' High School is a State Board Day School in Fort, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a HOD Commerce — Sir JJ Girls' High School
Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
Working in a state-board setting means following the state curriculum, term plans and local examination patterns.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Mumbai
Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
How do I apply for this HOD Commerce — Sir JJ Girls' High School 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.
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.
Is English fluency required?
Bilingual fluency (English + regional language) is typically expected at state-board schools, especially for lower grades. Senior-secondary subject roles lean more English-first.
About Sir JJ Girls' High School
Sir JJ Girls' High School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1908, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Sir JJ Girls' High School is a State Board Day School in Fort, Mumbai.
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