Chess Coach — D.M.M. High School Vacancy at D.M.M. High School, Bangalore
D.M.M. High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — D.M.M. High School
- School
- D.M.M. High School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.2L – ₹4.2L per year
- Experience
- 3–5 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
D.M.M. High School, 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: Established in 1968, D.M.M. High School is a longstanding private-aided secondary school serving the rural community of Thigala Chowdadenahalli (Dommasandra) in Anekal, Bengaluru. We offer a robust Kannada-medium education program for students in Grades 9 and 10, preparing them for the Karnataka SSLC board examinations.
Common questions about this role
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
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 much experience do I need for this Chess Coach — D.M.M. High School role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
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.
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.
About D.M.M. High School
Established in 1968, D.M.M. High School is a longstanding private-aided secondary school serving the rural community of Thigala Chowdadenahalli (Dommasandra) in Anekal, Bengaluru. We offer a robust Kannada-medium education program for students in Grades 9 and 10, preparing them for the Karnataka SSLC board examinations.
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