Maitri English School is hiring a Chess Coach — Maitri English School in Bangalore

Maitri English School
Bangalore, Karnatakapart-time₹3.0L – ₹4.3L / yrState Board2–5 yrs expPosted 15d ago

Key facts

Role
Chess Coach — Maitri English School
School
Maitri English School
City
Bangalore
State
Karnataka
Board
State Board
School type
Day School
Employment type
Part Time
Salary
₹3.0L – ₹4.3L per year
Experience
2–5 years
Posted
7 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Verified school
Day School
Est. 1989

Job description

Overview

Chess Coach — Maitri English School at Maitri English School, Bangalore. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. The school has been running for 37+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.

Maitri English 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: Maitri English School is a State Board Day School in A Narayanapura, Bangalore.

What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Maitri English School

Plan PE periods, coach school teams, organise inter-house and inter-school events, and own student physical-fitness benchmarks.

Working in a STATE BOARD school

State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.

Working conditions

This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.

About teaching in Bangalore

Bengaluru has India's largest cluster of international schools and a strong demand for IB/Cambridge-trained teachers.

Common questions about this role

What qualifications are required for a Chess Coach — Maitri English School?

Most Chess Coach — Maitri English School roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.

What does a typical day look like?

Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.

Is English fluency required?

Bilingual fluency (English + regional language) is typically expected at state-board schools, especially for lower grades. Senior-secondary subject roles lean more English-first.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.

About Maitri English School

Maitri English School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1989, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.

Maitri English School is a State Board Day School in A Narayanapura, Bangalore.

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