Chess Coach — Gurukulam Vacancy at Gurukulam, Bangalore
GurukulamKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Gurukulam
- School
- Gurukulam
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- No Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹4.1L – ₹5.3L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Gurukulam, a No 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: Vision To provide preschool Education of International Standard at an affordable cost. Mission It is our mission to provide a fully integrated Preschool program designed to foster the child's social and emotional growth, as well as physical and mental development.
Common questions about this role
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most NO BOARD schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
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 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 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.
About Gurukulam
Vision To provide preschool Education of International Standard at an affordable cost. Mission It is our mission to provide a fully integrated Preschool program designed to foster the child's social and emotional growth, as well as physical and mental development.
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