HOD Commerce — Velammal Academy, Chennai

Velammal Academy has opened applications for a HOD Commerce in Chennai, Tamilnadu. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. Velammal Academy in Chennai, Tamilnadu operates as a secondary school, established 2023, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. What you will do:

• Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
• Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
• Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
• Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
• Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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. Perks and culture:
• Fair compensation with annual review (₹12.8 LPA – ₹24.2 LPA).
• Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
• Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
• A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
• A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Velammal Academy. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.