HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Sufi Shahbaj School Somalpur
- City
- Ajmer
- State
- Rajasthan
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12.8L – ₹24.3L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 12 Aug 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Ajmer — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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.
Job description
Overview
Sufi Shahbaj School Somalpur requires a HOD Commerce in Ajmer, Rajasthan for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. Sufi Shahbaj School Somalpur is a senior secondary campus in Ajmer, Rajasthan — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. 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 and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹12.8 LPA – ₹24.3 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 through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Sufi Shahbaj School Somalpur instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
What is the average HOD Commerce salary in Ajmer?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Commerce roles in Ajmer. 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.
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 Ajmer.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Commerce role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
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.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Ajmer 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.
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 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.
Where exactly is Sufi Shahbaj School Somalpur located?
The school is in Ajmer, Rajasthan. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
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Key facts about Sufi Shahbaj School Somalpur
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-8
- Students
- 106
Sufi Shahbaj School Somalpur is a private unaided (recognized), located in Ajmer, Rajasthan, offering 1-8. The campus serves around 106 students. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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