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HOD Commerce

at St. Xaviers Convent School · Nainital · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹7.7L – ₹7.9L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 19 Aug
Nainital, Uttarakhandfull-timePosted 26d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Commerce
School
St. Xaviers Convent School
City
Nainital
State
Uttarakhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.7L – ₹7.9L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
8 Jun 2026
Closing date
19 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Commerce salary in Nainital — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.7L
per year
Typical
₹7.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹7.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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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

A vacancy has opened for a HOD Commerce at St. Xaviers Convent School in Nainital, Uttarakhand. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. St. Xaviers Convent School, established 2003, is a secondary school in Nainital, Uttarakhand — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. What the role looks like: the HOD Commerce owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹7.7 LPA – ₹7.9 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for St. Xaviers Convent School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

Is school transport available for staff?

Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

Does St. Xaviers Convent School help with relocation from another city?

Relocation support varies by school. Residential campuses often include free accommodation and meals; day schools may offer a one-time shifting allowance or help with local rental scouting. Confirm the specifics in writing before you accept.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?

Most reputable schools in Nainital run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

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 Nainital.

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 do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD Commerce job?

Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.

What is the average HOD Commerce salary in Nainital?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Commerce roles in Nainital. 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.

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St. Xaviers Convent School

Key facts about St. Xaviers Convent School

Key facts
Founded
2003
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Mahendra Singh
Affiliation #
3530464
Address
VILL. CHHARAYAL NAYABAD, P.O. HARIPUR NAYAK,, Vill. Chharayal Nayabad, Nainital, Uttarakhand, 263139

St. Xaviers Convent School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Nainital, Uttarakhand.

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