HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- St Hildas Higher Secondary School
- City
- Ooty
- State
- tamil-nadu-boarding-schools ooty
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.3L – ₹25L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 27 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 27 Aug 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Ooty — snapshot
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HOD Commerce
at St Hildas Higher Secondary School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Join St Hildas Higher Secondary School in Ooty, tamil-nadu-boarding-schools ooty as our next HOD Commerce. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. St Hildas Higher Secondary School, established 1895, is a senior secondary school in Ooty, tamil-nadu-boarding-schools ooty — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Role: as HOD Commerce, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹8.3 LPA – ₹24.8 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so St Hildas Higher Secondary School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a HOD Commerce?
Most HOD Commerce roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
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.
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 Ooty.
How do I apply for this HOD Commerce 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.
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.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in 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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
St Hildas Higher Secondary School
Key facts about St Hildas Higher Secondary School
- Founded
- 1895
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
OUR MISSION The mission of St. Hilda’s School, Ootacamund, is to create an institution of excellence that integrates knowledge and learning, equipping students for life through the effective application of Christian values and academic rigor. Our aim is to nurture students academically, socially, and emotionally—enabling them to discern truth, articulate their faith, and become compassionate leaders and committed servants in their chosen fields. OUR VISION The vision of St. Hilda’s School, Ootacamund, is to prepare young women to lead faithful Christian lives, so that God may use them to serve others and strive toward building a better world.
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