Mumbai: Basketball Coach — D.S. High School Job at D.S. High School
D.S. High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Basketball Coach — D.S. High School
- School
- D.S. High School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.3L – ₹5.2L per year
- Experience
- 4–8 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
D.S. High School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Basketball Coach — D.S. High School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. The school has been running for 87+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
D.S. High School, a State Board school in Mumbai, is hiring a Basketball 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: D.S. High School is a State Board Day School in Sion West, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a Basketball Coach — D.S. High School
Run sport-specific drills, prepare squads for tournaments, manage equipment and ensure safe-play protocols.
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
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Mumbai
Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.
Common questions about this role
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.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
How much experience do I need for this Basketball Coach — D.S. High School role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
About D.S. High School
D.S. High School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1939, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
D.S. High School is a State Board Day School in Sion West, Mumbai.
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