HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Sri Taralabalu Jagadguru English Medium Primary School
- City
- Chitradurga
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12.9L – ₹29.9L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 18 May 2026
- Closing date
- 3 Jul 2026Closes today
HOD Commerce salary in Chitradurga — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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
An opening for a HOD Commerce in Chitradurga, Karnataka at Sri Taralabalu Jagadguru English Medium Primary School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. About Sri Taralabalu Jagadguru English Medium Primary School: a secondary institution in Chitradurga, Karnataka — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2021,. 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. 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. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹12.9 LPA – ₹29.9 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Submit your application on this page and Sri Taralabalu Jagadguru English Medium Primary School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
Common questions about this role
What is the average HOD Commerce salary in Chitradurga?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Commerce pay in Chitradurga varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
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 arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality.
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 make a resume for a CBSE HOD Commerce job?
A CBSE-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.
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.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
Can I negotiate the salary at Sri Taralabalu Jagadguru English Medium Primary School?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
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Key facts about Sri Taralabalu Jagadguru English Medium Primary School
- Founded
- 2021
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- GIRISH D B
- Affiliation #
- 831144
Sri Taralabalu Jagadguru English Medium Primary School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2021, located in Chitradurga, Karnataka.
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