HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Thapovan Public School
- City
- Pathanamthitta
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹23L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 31 Jul 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Pathanamthitta — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Commerce
at Thapovan Public School
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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
Immediate opening: HOD Commerce at Thapovan Public School in Pathanamthitta, Kerala. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. School profile: Thapovan Public School in Pathanamthitta, Kerala — a senior secondary setup, established 1991, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Role: as HOD Commerce, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹11.9 LPA – ₹22.7 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Thapovan Public School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
What is the average HOD Commerce salary in Pathanamthitta?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Commerce pay in Pathanamthitta varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Pathanamthitta), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
What questions are asked in a HOD Commerce interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Thapovan Public School
Key facts about Thapovan Public School
- Founded
- 1991
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- REGE MATHEW
- Affiliation #
- 930163
Thapovan Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1991, located in Pathanamthitta, Kerala.
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