Chess Coach — Podar International School, Mandya

Podar International School has opened applications for a Chess Coach in Mandya, Karnataka. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. School profile: Podar International School in Mandya, Karnataka — a secondary setup, established 2019, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. What the role looks like: the Chess Coach runs regular practice sessions, plans a season-long calendar, grooms talent, and represents the school in district/state engagements. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
• A solid playing background and recognised coaching credentials.
• Patience to build foundational skills with younger students.
• Ambition to take senior teams into competitive arenas.
• Strong communication with players, parents, and leadership.
• A safety-first mindset on the field and in the gym. Compensation and environment:
• Salary structured fairly across roles (₹2.2 LPA – ₹4.9 LPA).
• A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
• Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
• A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
• Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Submit your application here so Podar International School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.