Chess Coach — Sri Jnanagangotri International School Opening — Sri Jnanagangotri International School, Bangalore
Sri Jnanagangotri International SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Sri Jnanagangotri International School
- School
- Sri Jnanagangotri International School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.5L – ₹5.0L per year
- Experience
- 2–4 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Bangalore, Karnataka — a fresh opening for a Chess Coach — Sri Jnanagangotri International School at Sri Jnanagangotri International School. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 14+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
Sri Jnanagangotri International School, a CBSE school in Bangalore, is hiring a Chess 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: Sri Jnanagangotri International School is a CBSE Day School in Virgonagar, Bangalore.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Sri Jnanagangotri International School
Run sport-specific drills, prepare squads for tournaments, manage equipment and ensure safe-play protocols.
Working in a CBSE school
CBSE schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Bangalore
Bengaluru has India's largest cluster of international schools and a strong demand for IB/Cambridge-trained teachers.
Common questions about this role
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a part time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
About Sri Jnanagangotri International School
Sri Jnanagangotri International School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2012, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.
Sri Jnanagangotri International School is a CBSE Day School in Virgonagar, Bangalore.
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