HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- West Central Railway Hr. Sec. School
- City
- Katni
- State
- Madhya Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹7.3L – ₹7.8L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 21 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 4 Sept 2026
HOD Commerce
at West Central Railway Hr. Sec. School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 48+ years.
Job description
Overview
West Central Railway Hr. Sec. School in Katni, Madhya Pradesh is inviting applications for a HOD Commerce. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. West Central Railway Hr. Sec. School in Katni, Madhya Pradesh functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1978,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Commerce leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹7.3 LPA – ₹7.8 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by West Central Railway Hr. Sec. School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
West Central Railway Hr. Sec. School
Key facts about West Central Railway Hr. Sec. School
- Founded
- 1978
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- DURGESH KUMAR GAGRANI
- Affiliation #
- 1080013
West Central Railway Hr. Sec. School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1978, located in Katni, Madhya Pradesh.
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