
HOD Commerce — Vidya Niketan Opening — Vidya Niketan, Kolkata
Vidya NiketanKey facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce — Vidya Niketan
- School
- Vidya Niketan
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹5.2L – ₹8.1L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Vidya Niketan, a CISCE school in Kolkata, is hiring a HOD Commerce.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
About the school: VIDYA NIKETAN - A luminous bright name among the English Medium Schools of Kolkata. The Institution aspires to prepare our young ones to be tomorrow's citizens, well equipped morally, intellectually, culturally and physically to play their respective roles both in individual and collective lives. The Institution provides not only textual education but also providing the students with the ideas so that they can sharpen their skills for the development of body, mind and soul. It organises educational tour, celebrates Independence Day, Children's Day, Teachers' Day, Tagore's Birthday, Vivekananda's Birthday etc. to infuse a spirit of cultural among its students. It also provides the play way method to teach the toddlers. Having all such facilities available here a child who is a learner in the school is bound to say that he is proud to be associated with the school.
Common questions about this role
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Vidya Niketan follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
About Vidya Niketan
VIDYA NIKETAN - A luminous bright name among the English Medium Schools of Kolkata. The Institution aspires to prepare our young ones to be tomorrow's citizens, well equipped morally, intellectually, culturally and physically to play their respective roles both in individual and collective lives. The Institution provides not only textual education but also providing the students with the ideas so that they can sharpen their skills for the development of body, mind and soul. It organises educational tour, celebrates Independence Day, Children's Day, Teachers' Day, Tagore's Birthday, Vivekananda's Birthday etc. to infuse a spirit of cultural among its students. It also provides the play way method to teach the toddlers. Having all such facilities available here a child who is a learner in the school is bound to say that he is proud to be associated with the school.
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