HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Slate - The School
- City
- Hyderabad
- State
- nan
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12.0L – ₹20L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 17 May 2026
- Closing date
- 19 Jul 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Hyderabad — snapshot
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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
Slate - The School invites applications for a HOD Commerce in Hyderabad, nan. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. Slate - The School, established 2001, runs as a secondary campus in Hyderabad, nan — 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. 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. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹12.0 LPA – ₹20.0 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Slate - The School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
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.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Commerce role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
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.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Commerce role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Commerce application — Slate - The School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Slate - The School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
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Key facts about Slate - The School
- Founded
- 2001
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
It’s been a remarkable journey, dedicated to making a qualitative difference in the lives of tens of thousands of children and their aspirational parents. Recognised as one of the best Schools in Hyderabad, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh, Slate- The School was born from Vasireddy Amarnath’s deep reflection on the commercialisation and flaws within the education system, which often lacked values and relevance for both the present and future. Founded in 2001 by Vasireddy Educational Society, SLATE – The School was envisioned as a beacon of quality, value-based education. The school aims to improve ethical standards in education while embracing a forward-thinking approach that preserves traditional values and prepares students for a global future. Through its innovative practices, SLATE continues to transform the educational landscape, shaping well-rounded individuals ready to thrive in a global society.
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