HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- St. Xavier's School
- City
- Goalpara
- State
- Assam
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10.9L – ₹24.3L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 22 May 2026
- Closing date
- 12 Jul 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Goalpara — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Apply for HOD Commerce at St. Xavier's School
Send your CV as a PDF. A short cover note in the email body helps.
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
St. Xavier's School is looking for a HOD Commerce in Goalpara, Assam to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. About the institution: St. Xavier's School in Goalpara, Assam — a senior secondary setup, established 2002, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. 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. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹10.9 LPA – ₹24.3 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by St. Xavier's School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
What is the average HOD Commerce salary in Goalpara?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Commerce roles in Goalpara. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Commerce role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Commerce application — St. Xavier's School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why St. Xavier's School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Can I negotiate the salary at St. Xavier's School?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
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.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this HOD Commerce listing is usually welcome.
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.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
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Key facts about St. Xavier's School
- Founded
- 2002
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
St. Xavier’s School was founded by Mr Azizul Hussain primarily to cater to the educational needs of boys and girls of Krishnai and its surrounding rural areas. We are located near the Krishnai town, opposite of Krishnai Police Station. Established in the year 2002 December to enable it to conform to the standards and requirements of modern residential education; it is to incorporate the healthier features of the English Schools and to integrate that education with the Competitive environment of modern education.
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