Bangalore: Chess Coach — Sri Vidyanikethan School Job at Sri Vidyanikethan School
Sri Vidyanikethan SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Sri Vidyanikethan School
- School
- Sri Vidyanikethan School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.2L – ₹4.4L per year
- Experience
- 3–5 years
- Posted
- 14 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Chess Coach — Sri Vidyanikethan School at Sri Vidyanikethan School, Bangalore. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 38+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
Sri Vidyanikethan School, a State Board 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 Vidyanikethan School is a State Board Day School in JP Nagar, Bangalore.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Sri Vidyanikethan School
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
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
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
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
What qualifications are required for a Chess Coach — Sri Vidyanikethan School?
Most Chess Coach — Sri Vidyanikethan 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.
About Sri Vidyanikethan School
Sri Vidyanikethan School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1988, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.
Sri Vidyanikethan School is a State Board Day School in JP Nagar, Bangalore.
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