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HOD Commerce

₹13L – ₹28L / yr6–10 yrsCloses 2 Sept
Chennai, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 6d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Commerce
School
Velammal Bodhi Campus, A.v. Garden
City
Chennai
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹13L – ₹28L per year
Experience
6–10 years
Posted
27 Jun 2026
Closing date
2 Sept 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Commerce salary in Chennai — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.9L
per year
Typical
₹20.7L
per year
Senior / high
₹28.5L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Commerce

at Velammal Bodhi Campus, A.v. Garden

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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

Velammal Bodhi Campus, A.v. Garden in Chennai, Tamilnadu is accepting applications for a HOD Commerce. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. Velammal Bodhi Campus, A.v. Garden, established 2016, runs as a senior secondary campus in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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. 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. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹12.9 LPA – ₹28.5 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. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Velammal Bodhi Campus, A.v. Garden reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.

Common questions about this role

What does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.

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?

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 is the average HOD Commerce salary in Chennai?

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

Are meals provided at school?

Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

Velammal Bodhi Campus, A.v. Garden

Key facts about Velammal Bodhi Campus, A.v. Garden

Key facts
Founded
2016
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
LAVANYA R
Affiliation #
1930831
Address
A.V. GARDEN, JAYAPRIYA NAGAR,MANAPAKKAM MAIN ROAD, KOLAPAKKAM, A.v. Garden, Chennai, Tamilnadu, 600128

Velammal Bodhi Campus, A.v. Garden is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.

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