Basketball Coach — Pratt Memorial School Vacancy at Pratt Memorial School, Kolkata
Pratt Memorial SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Basketball Coach — Pratt Memorial School
- School
- Pratt Memorial School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day Cum Boarding
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.3L – ₹5.3L per year
- Experience
- 3–7 years
- Posted
- 5 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Basketball Coach — Pratt Memorial School — Pratt Memorial School, Kolkata, West Bengal. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: ICSE. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Pratt Memorial School, a ICSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Basketball 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: Pratt Memorial School is a ICSE Day Cum Boarding in Entally, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Basketball Coach — Pratt Memorial School
Deliver PE curriculum, coach at least one squad, organise Sports Day and partner with external coaches when needed.
Working in an ICSE school
This is an ICSE/ISC school — expect a project-heavy curriculum, strong language emphasis and detailed internal assessment portfolios.
Working conditions
As a residential school, expect duty rosters, hostel involvement and a tighter-knit student community than a day school.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a Basketball Coach — Pratt Memorial School?
Most Basketball Coach — Pratt Memorial School 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.
How much experience do I need for this Basketball Coach — Pratt Memorial School 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.
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.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most ICSE/ISC schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
About Pratt Memorial School
Pratt Memorial School is a day cum boarding affiliated to ICSE, established in 1876, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Pratt Memorial School is a ICSE Day Cum Boarding in Entally, Kolkata.
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