Basketball Coach — Sri Poorna Prajna Education Centre Opening — Sri Poorna Prajna Education Centre, Mumbai

Sri Poorna Prajna Education Centre
Mumbai, Maharashtrapart-time₹4.1L – ₹5.3L / yrState Board6–8 yrs expPosted 9d ago

Key facts

Role
Basketball Coach — Sri Poorna Prajna Education Centre
School
Sri Poorna Prajna Education Centre
City
Mumbai
State
Maharashtra
Board
State Board
School type
Day School
Employment type
Part Time
Salary
₹4.1L – ₹5.3L per year
Experience
6–8 years
Posted
14 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1962

Job description

Overview

Day to day, the Basketball Coach — Sri Poorna Prajna Education Centre at Sri Poorna Prajna Education Centre will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. The school has been running for 64+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.

Sri Poorna Prajna Education Centre, a State Board school in Mumbai, 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

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What you'll handle as a Basketball Coach — Sri Poorna Prajna Education Centre

Run sport-specific drills, prepare squads for tournaments, manage equipment and ensure safe-play protocols.

Working in a STATE BOARD school

Working in a state-board setting means following the state curriculum, term plans and local examination patterns.

Working conditions

Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.

About teaching in Mumbai

Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.

Common questions about this role

What qualifications are required for a Basketball Coach — Sri Poorna Prajna Education Centre?

Most Basketball Coach — Sri Poorna Prajna Education Centre 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.

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.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

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 Poorna Prajna Education Centre

Sri Poorna Prajna Education Centre is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1962, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

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