Bangalore: HOD Commerce — St Philomena School Job at St Philomena School
St Philomena SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce — St Philomena School
- School
- St Philomena School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.3L – ₹10L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 29 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
St Philomena School (Bangalore, Karnataka) is inviting applications for a HOD Commerce — St Philomena School. The school has been running for 26+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
St Philomena School, a State Board school in Bangalore, 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: St Philomena School is a Private, Secondary school and also a Day School situated at Azad Nagar, Bangalore.
What you'll handle as a HOD Commerce — St Philomena 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
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Bangalore
Bengaluru has India's largest cluster of international schools and a strong demand for IB/Cambridge-trained teachers.
Common questions about this role
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
How do I apply for this HOD Commerce — St Philomena School vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
About St Philomena School
St Philomena School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 2000, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.
St Philomena School is a Private, Secondary school and also a Day School situated at Azad Nagar, Bangalore.
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