HOD Commerce — St. Thomas Academy, Kanchipuram

Est. 2017
₹68,500–1,91,500 /month(₹8.2L–22.9L /yr)CBSEFull-timeOn-siteCloses 31 Oct
● posted 12 Jun
Experience
5–9 yrs
Vacancies
1 opening

Job description

St. Thomas Academy in Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu is accepting applications for a HOD Commerce. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. St. Thomas Academy in Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2017,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. 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. 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.2 LPA – ₹22.9 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the St. Thomas Academy hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

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 handle

·Set the subject's annual scope-and-sequence.
·Hire and onboard new subject teachers.
·Run weekly department meetings.
·Moderate assessments and exam papers for the subject.
·Own subject-level board results and improvement plans.

Working in a CBSE school

As a CBSE-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Kanchipuram.

  1. Coordinator→
  2. Academic Coordinator→
  3. Vice Principal→
  4. Principal
St. Thomas Academy
CBSE · Kanchipuram · Est. 2017
2017
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
senior secondary
LEVEL
MARY MANJULA ALLAM
PRINCIPAL
1931108
AFFILIATION
Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu
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Questions about this job

What is the salary for this job?

St. Thomas Academy lists ₹68,500–1,91,500 /month. The listing doesn't say whether this is in-hand pay or CTC (before PF and tax deductions), so confirm the in-hand amount with the school before you accept an offer.

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Is a B.Ed required for this job?

The listing doesn't say. Check the qualifications in the job description, or ask the school when you apply.

Can freshers apply?

The school asks for 5–9 years of experience, so this role is not aimed at freshers.

When is the joining date?

The joining date is not specified in the listing — ask the school when you apply.

How do I apply?

Tap "Apply now" and fill in the short application on School Jobs India; it goes to St. Thomas Academy. You can follow it under My applications.

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