HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Universal Knowledge School
- City
- Satara
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹13L – ₹15L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 28 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 29 Aug 2026
HOD Commerce
at Universal Knowledge 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
Universal Knowledge School has opened applications for a HOD Commerce in Satara, Maharashtra. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. Universal Knowledge School in Satara, Maharashtra is a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2008,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Context: the HOD Commerce reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. 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. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹12.6 LPA – ₹15.3 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. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Universal Knowledge School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
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.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Commerce role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Universal Knowledge School
Key facts about Universal Knowledge School
- Founded
- 2008
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- SIRI AKKALA
- Affiliation #
- 1130289
Universal Knowledge School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2008, located in Satara, Maharashtra.
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