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HOD Commerce

at The Indian Academy Sharjah · United Arab Emirates · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹7.7L – ₹23L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 22 Aug
United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schoolsfull-timePosted 18d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Commerce
School
The Indian Academy Sharjah
City
United Arab Emirates
State
Foreign Schools
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.7L – ₹23L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
15 Jun 2026
Closing date
22 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Commerce salary in United Arab Emirates — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.7L
per year
Typical
₹15.2L
per year
Senior / high
₹22.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Commerce

at The Indian Academy Sharjah

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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

The Indian Academy Sharjah in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools is seeking a HOD Commerce who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. About The Indian Academy Sharjah: a secondary institution in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2014,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹7.7 LPA – ₹22.7 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by The Indian Academy Sharjah. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

Does The Indian Academy Sharjah 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.

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 is the average HOD Commerce salary in United Arab Emirates?

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

Which curriculum does the school follow?

The Indian Academy Sharjah follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.

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.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

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 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.

Who fits

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Role details

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About the school

The Indian Academy Sharjah

Key facts about The Indian Academy Sharjah

Key facts
Founded
2014
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
APARNA SHANKAR
Affiliation #
6630088
Address
PO BOX NO. 3780, NEAR SHARJAH RTA,, Po Box No. 3780, United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools, 000000

The Indian Academy Sharjah is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2014, located in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools.

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