Athletics Coach — Pooraprajna Education Centre High School Vacancy at Pooraprajna Education Centre High School, Bangalore
Pooraprajna Education Centre High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Athletics Coach — Pooraprajna Education Centre High School
- School
- Pooraprajna Education Centre High School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.0L – ₹4.7L per year
- Experience
- 3–7 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Pooraprajna Education Centre High School, a State Board school in Bangalore, is hiring a Athletics 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 foundation stone for the high school building was laid on 28th February 1991 by Sri Ranganath Mishra, thethen Chief Justice of India, in the presence of our founder president His Holiness Sri Vibudhesha Theertha Swamiji. The new building was inaugurated on 29th June 1993 by H Veerappa Moily , Hon’ble Chief Minister of Karnataka inthe presence of our founder president His Holiness Sri Vibudhesha Theertha Swamiji. On the same occasssionlines of trees along the compound wall were planted by the personnel from the Forest Department. The high school classes started with one section each in class VIII, IX and X. To accommodate more students , thesecond section for all the classes was started in 1998 and classes were started in the newly constructed first floor. A new wing, housing the library, Tailoring room , kitchen, indoor games rooms (carrom, chess, table tennis) cameup in the year 2002. This wing was inaugurated by late Shri Nittor Srinivasa Rao on the 16th Novemeber 2002.
Common questions about this role
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.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
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.
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.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
About Pooraprajna Education Centre High School
The foundation stone for the high school building was laid on 28th February 1991 by Sri Ranganath Mishra, thethen Chief Justice of India, in the presence of our founder president His Holiness Sri Vibudhesha Theertha Swamiji. The new building was inaugurated on 29th June 1993 by H Veerappa Moily , Hon’ble Chief Minister of Karnataka inthe presence of our founder president His Holiness Sri Vibudhesha Theertha Swamiji. On the same occasssionlines of trees along the compound wall were planted by the personnel from the Forest Department. The high school classes started with one section each in class VIII, IX and X. To accommodate more students , thesecond section for all the classes was started in 1998 and classes were started in the newly constructed first floor. A new wing, housing the library, Tailoring room , kitchen, indoor games rooms (carrom, chess, table tennis) cameup in the year 2002. This wing was inaugurated by late Shri Nittor Srinivasa Rao on the 16th Novemeber 2002.
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