Basketball Coach
at Cantonment Board Sec. School · Nilgiris · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- Basketball Coach
- School
- Cantonment Board Sec. School
- City
- Nilgiris
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.4L – ₹3.2L per year
- Experience
- 4–8 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 7 Aug 2026
Basketball Coach salary in Nilgiris — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Basketball Coach
at Cantonment Board Sec. School
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- 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.
Job description
Overview
Cantonment Board Sec. School is recruiting a Basketball Coach in Nilgiris, Tamilnadu. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. Cantonment Board Sec. School, established 2010, is a secondary campus in Nilgiris, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Position: as Basketball Coach, you build the school's sporting culture. The role suits coaches who enjoy long-term player development as much as competitive results. Responsibilities:
- Plan and conduct structured practice sessions for the assigned discipline.
- Identify and develop talent across age groups; select squads.
- Prepare students for inter-school, district, and state events.
- Maintain attendance, fitness, and performance records for every player.
- Ensure equipment safety and follow injury-prevention protocols. Candidate requirements:
- Trained coach with a structured approach to skill and fitness.
- Experience taking teams to inter-school, district, or state events.
- Comfortable with mixed age groups and varying skill levels.
- Calm, firm, and approachable with students and parents.
- Willing to commit to morning/evening schedules through the season. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹2.4 LPA – ₹3.2 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 via the button on this listing so Cantonment Board Sec. School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
What is the salary for this Basketball Coach role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
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.
What questions are asked in a Basketball Coach interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Basketball Coach roles in Nilgiris.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
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.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
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.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
How do I write an application email for this Basketball Coach role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Basketball Coach application — Cantonment Board Sec. School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Cantonment Board Sec. School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
How do I apply for this Basketball Coach vacancy?
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Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Cantonment Board Sec. School
Key facts about Cantonment Board Sec. School
- Founded
- 2010
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- M ROOPA DEVI
- Affiliation #
- 1980015
Cantonment Board Sec. School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2010, located in Nilgiris, Tamilnadu.
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