Basketball Coach — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya Vacancy at Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya, Kolkata
Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath VidyalayaKey facts
- Role
- Basketball Coach — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya
- School
- Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.0L – ₹4.3L per year
- Experience
- 4–7 years
- Posted
- 2 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Kolkata, West Bengal — a fresh opening for a Basketball Coach — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya at Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya. The school has been running for 70+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya, a State Board 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: Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya is a State Board Day School in Jorabagan, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Basketball Coach — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya
Plan PE periods, coach school teams, organise inter-house and inter-school events, and own student physical-fitness benchmarks.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
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
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 qualifications are required for a Basketball Coach — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya?
Most Basketball Coach — Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya 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?
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.
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.
Where exactly is Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya located?
The school is in Kolkata, West Bengal. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
About Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya
Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1956, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Sree Balkrishna Vithalnath Vidyalaya is a State Board Day School in Jorabagan, Kolkata.
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