Modern English School is hiring a Swimming Coach — Modern English School in Kolkata

Modern English School
Kolkata, West Bengalpart-time₹2.6L – ₹4.8L / yrICSE1–6 yrs expPosted 7d ago

Key facts

Role
Swimming Coach — Modern English School
School
Modern English School
City
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Board
ICSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Part Time
Salary
₹2.6L – ₹4.8L per year
Experience
1–6 years
Posted
16 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1988

Job description

Overview

Modern English School, a ICSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Swimming 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: The Modern English School, located in Barrackpore, Kolkata, is renowned for providing high-quality education in the ICSE curriculum. This co-educational institution caters to students from nursery to 12th grade, offering a comprehensive learning experience. With a commendable student-teacher ratio of 6:1, the school ensures that each student receives personalized attention and support to thrive academically and holistically.

Common questions about this role

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.

Are meals provided at school?

Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.

How big are the classes?

Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.

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.

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 Modern English School

The Modern English School, located in Barrackpore, Kolkata, is renowned for providing high-quality education in the ICSE curriculum. This co-educational institution caters to students from nursery to 12th grade, offering a comprehensive learning experience. With a commendable student-teacher ratio of 6:1, the school ensures that each student receives personalized attention and support to thrive academically and holistically.

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