Insight Academy is hiring a Chess Coach — Insight Academy in Bangalore
Insight AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Insight Academy
- School
- Insight Academy
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.4L – ₹6.0L per year
- Experience
- 2–6 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Insight Academy, 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: Education at Insight Academy is all about channelizing ‘Good Learning’ not only in academics but also in the social, emotional, cognitive and physical developmental domains. The school’s academic environment is constructed such that children are able to develop their knowledge and interest in the areas of their intelligence through conscious appreciation of their individual strength.Students at Insight Academy are expected to be independent thinkers, aware of their individual intelligence, develop first class critical reading, writing and analysis skills, be self-motivated and self-driven through a genuine love of the subject and not only by external rewards. Students should be aware of their peer students weaknesses and strengths and be able to develop an understanding for them. Humility and understanding of each other’s cultural backgrounds and religions is a crucial aspect of academic and wider life at Insight academy.
Common questions about this role
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.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
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 Insight Academy
Education at Insight Academy is all about channelizing ‘Good Learning’ not only in academics but also in the social, emotional, cognitive and physical developmental domains. The school’s academic environment is constructed such that children are able to develop their knowledge and interest in the areas of their intelligence through conscious appreciation of their individual strength.Students at Insight Academy are expected to be independent thinkers, aware of their individual intelligence, develop first class critical reading, writing and analysis skills, be self-motivated and self-driven through a genuine love of the subject and not only by external rewards. Students should be aware of their peer students weaknesses and strengths and be able to develop an understanding for them. Humility and understanding of each other’s cultural backgrounds and religions is a crucial aspect of academic and wider life at Insight academy.
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