Ankura is hiring a Chess Coach — Ankura in Bangalore
AnkuraKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Ankura
- School
- Ankura
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- No Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.1L – ₹5.1L per year
- Experience
- 3–8 years
- Posted
- 15 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Ankura, a No 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: Ankura—which means “sprout” in Sanskrit—was established in 2001 to nurture every child’s potential through innovative education, care, and research. Situated in V.V. Puram, it operates as both a Montessori-inspired preschool/daycare centre and a specialised intervention hub.
Common questions about this role
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
What is the salary for this Chess Coach — Ankura role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
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 big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
About Ankura
Ankura—which means “sprout” in Sanskrit—was established in 2001 to nurture every child’s potential through innovative education, care, and research. Situated in V.V. Puram, it operates as both a Montessori-inspired preschool/daycare centre and a specialised intervention hub.
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