Bangalore: Chess Coach — Gopalan National School Job at Gopalan National School
Gopalan National SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Gopalan National School
- School
- Gopalan National School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹4.1L – ₹5.7L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Gopalan National School, a CISCE 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: "GNS is where your children will find their first independent socially interacted scene. It's a place where children pick up valuable lessons that leaves an indelible mark on their future."
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.
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?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
Where exactly is Gopalan National School located?
The school is in Bangalore, Karnataka. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
About Gopalan National School
Gopalan National School is a day school affiliated to CISCE, established in 2004, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.
"GNS is where your children will find their first independent socially interacted scene. It's a place where children pick up valuable lessons that leaves an indelible mark on their future."
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