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HOD Commerce

₹9.7L – ₹17L / yr6–8 yrsCloses 29 Jul 26 days left
Kollam, Keralafull-timePosted 45d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Commerce
School
St. Mary Residential School
City
Kollam
State
Kerala
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.7L – ₹17L per year
Experience
6–8 years
Posted
19 May 2026
Closing date
29 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Commerce salary in Kollam — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.7L
per year
Typical
₹13.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹17.3L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Commerce

at St. Mary Residential School

26 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

St. Mary Residential School requires a HOD Commerce in Kollam, Kerala for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. St. Mary Residential School in Kollam, Kerala operates as a senior secondary school, established 1987, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Commerce leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹9.7 LPA – ₹17.3 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Complete your application via the button on this listing so St. Mary Residential School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

How do I write an application email for this HOD Commerce role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Commerce application — St. Mary Residential School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why St. Mary Residential School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.

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.

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.

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.

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About the school

St. Mary Residential School

Key facts about St. Mary Residential School

Key facts
Founded
1987
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
BINDU KAMAL
Affiliation #
930156
Address
RAMANKULANGARA KAVANADU KOLLAM PO KERALA, Ramankulangara Kavanadu, Kollam, Kerala, 691003

St. Mary Residential School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1987, located in Kollam, Kerala.

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