Athletics Coach
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Key facts
- Role
- Athletics Coach
- School
- Pathfinder Boarding School
- City
- Haldwani
- State
- uttarakhand-boarding-schools haldwani
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Middle
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.3L – ₹5.7L per year
- Experience
- 2–5 years
- Posted
- 29 May 2026
- Closing date
- 25 Jul 2026
Athletics Coach salary in Haldwani — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
State-board private schools sit at the lower end; government schools follow published pay scales.
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Pathfinder Boarding School is recruiting a Athletics Coach in Haldwani, uttarakhand-boarding-schools haldwani. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. Pathfinder Boarding School in Haldwani, uttarakhand-boarding-schools haldwani is a middle school institution — a State Board-affiliated school, established 2018,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Context: the Athletics Coach reports into the Sports Incharge and works with other coaches and PE teachers. Full-time, on a defined practice and match calendar. Responsibilities:
- Plan and conduct structured practice sessions for the assigned discipline.
- Identify and develop talent across age groups; select squads.
- Prepare students for inter-school, district, and state events.
- Maintain attendance, fitness, and performance records for every player.
- Ensure equipment safety and follow injury-prevention protocols. Requirements:
- Graduate degree, ideally in Physical Education or the sport.
- NIS/equivalent certification and a strong personal playing record.
- Experience coaching school-age students for competitions.
- Understanding of fitness, injury prevention, and player safety.
- Energy, discipline, and the ability to motivate young athletes. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹3.3 LPA – ₹5.7 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Pathfinder Boarding School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
How much experience do I need for this Athletics Coach role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
What qualifications are required for a Athletics Coach?
Most Athletics Coach 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 non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this Athletics Coach listing is usually welcome.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.
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Key facts about Pathfinder Boarding School
- Founded
- 2018
- Board
- State Board
- Type
- Middle
- Student-teacher ratio
- 12:1
Pathfinder, a co-educational boarding school, is located on the Haldwani to Jim Corbett Road in Haldwani, Nainital. The school provides a safe, happy, and healthy environment and fundamental values that give a wide range of learning experiences to each student. Pathfinder school designed to provide a balance of scholastic & co-scholastic development, such as academic, physical, artistic opportunities to reach their highest interest level. These are designed to develop a whole child for their 7 skills; these are Physical, Intellectual, Spiritual, Moral, Cultural, Social, and Emotional development. We give technology-based education for their future goals. Mission To create safe, happy, healthy and enjoyable environs focused the holistic development for their steps to a great future. Vision To run an institution with application based education that drives height of excellence to find a path for future leaders.
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