Mountcrest Academy is hiring a Chess Coach — Mountcrest Academy in Bangalore
Mountcrest AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Mountcrest Academy
- School
- Mountcrest Academy
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- IGCSE
- 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
Chess Coach — Mountcrest Academy at Mountcrest Academy , Bangalore. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. Curriculum: IGCSE. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
Mountcrest Academy , a IGCSE 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: Mountcrest Academy is a IGCSE Day School in HBR Layout, Bangalore.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Mountcrest Academy
Plan PE periods, coach school teams, organise inter-house and inter-school events, and own student physical-fitness benchmarks.
Working in an IGCSE school
This is a Cambridge / IGCSE school — syllabus-driven teaching, past-paper practice and Cambridge assessment standards apply.
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
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.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
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.
What qualifications are required for a Chess Coach — Mountcrest Academy ?
Most Chess Coach — Mountcrest Academy 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.
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.
About Mountcrest Academy
Mountcrest Academy is a day school affiliated to IGCSE, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.
Mountcrest Academy is a IGCSE Day School in HBR Layout, Bangalore.
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