Deeksha High School is hiring a Chess Coach — Deeksha High School in Bangalore
Deeksha High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Deeksha High School
- School
- Deeksha High School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.0L – ₹4.3L per year
- Experience
- 1–3 years
- Posted
- 5 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Deeksha High School, a CBSE 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: Deeksha High School offers a holistic approach to education where each child is unique and the emphasis is on their intellectual, social, physical and emotional development. Its innovative and specialised curriculum fosters independent thinking and reasoning skills at a very young age. The environment moulds them into active learners with good social and communication skills.The Founder President of the school, Dr.T.V Ramakrishna, obtained his degree in civil engineering from UVCE Bangalore. During the 1960s, Dr. Ramakrishna immigrated to the United States where he earned his Ph.D. from the University of Cincinnati. He later settled in Charleston, West Virginia, where he worked for the West Virginia Department of Highways and eventually became Director of Research. After decades of service to the state of West Virginia, Dr. Ramakrishna and his wife, Mrs. Vijayalakshmi Ramakrishna, made the decision to return to Bangalore and dedicate their lives to children in need.
Common questions about this role
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
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When are increments and bonuses given?
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Is background verification done before joining?
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About Deeksha High School
Deeksha High School offers a holistic approach to education where each child is unique and the emphasis is on their intellectual, social, physical and emotional development. Its innovative and specialised curriculum fosters independent thinking and reasoning skills at a very young age. The environment moulds them into active learners with good social and communication skills.The Founder President of the school, Dr.T.V Ramakrishna, obtained his degree in civil engineering from UVCE Bangalore. During the 1960s, Dr. Ramakrishna immigrated to the United States where he earned his Ph.D. from the University of Cincinnati. He later settled in Charleston, West Virginia, where he worked for the West Virginia Department of Highways and eventually became Director of Research. After decades of service to the state of West Virginia, Dr. Ramakrishna and his wife, Mrs. Vijayalakshmi Ramakrishna, made the decision to return to Bangalore and dedicate their lives to children in need.
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