Chess Coach — Achala Vidya Nikethan Vacancy at Achala Vidya Nikethan, Bangalore
Achala Vidya NikethanKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Achala Vidya Nikethan
- School
- Achala Vidya Nikethan
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.4L – ₹6.0L per year
- Experience
- 2–6 years
- Posted
- 3 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Chess Coach — Achala Vidya Nikethan — Achala Vidya Nikethan, Bangalore, Karnataka. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 21+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Achala Vidya Nikethan, a State Board school in Bangalore, is hiring a Chess Coach.
Key responsibilities:
- Plan training sessions and conditioning programmes
- Coach students for inter-school tournaments
- Maintain equipment and safety standards
- Identify and develop young talent
Requirements:
- 2-6 years of relevant experience
- Certification in the sport from a recognised body; coaching experience preferred
About the school: Achala Vidya Nikethan is a State Board Day School in Nandini Layout, Bangalore.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Achala Vidya Nikethan
Deliver PE curriculum, coach at least one squad, organise Sports Day and partner with external coaches when needed.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
Working in a state-board setting means following the state curriculum, term plans and local examination patterns.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Bangalore
Bengaluru has India's largest cluster of international schools and a strong demand for IB/Cambridge-trained teachers.
Common questions about this role
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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
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.
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.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
About Achala Vidya Nikethan
Achala Vidya Nikethan is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 2005, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.
Achala Vidya Nikethan is a State Board Day School in Nandini Layout, Bangalore.
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