Chess Coach
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Key facts
- Role
- Chess Coach
- School
- Stonehill International School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- IB Board
- School type
- Middle
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹4.2L – ₹7.4L per year
- Experience
- 4–8 years
- Posted
- 19 May 2026
- Closing date
- 10 Jul 20267 days left
Chess Coach salary in Bangalore — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
IB schools typically pay 25-40% above the CBSE median for the same experience.
Chess Coach
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
- Established school — running for 18+ years.
Job description
Overview
Applications are open for a Chess Coach at Stonehill International School in Bangalore, Karnataka. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. About the institution: Stonehill International School in Bangalore, Karnataka — a middle school setup, established 2008, — a IB-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Position: as Chess Coach, you build the school's sporting culture. The role suits coaches who enjoy long-term player development as much as competitive results. What you will do:
- Design season-long training plans and adjust based on progress.
- Coach teams for matches and tournaments.
- Work on individual skill development for high-potential players.
- Support sports day and inter-house competitions.
- Maintain sports infrastructure and report issues early. Ideal candidate — you have:
- A solid playing background and recognised coaching credentials.
- Patience to build foundational skills with younger students.
- Ambition to take senior teams into competitive arenas.
- Strong communication with players, parents, and leadership.
- A safety-first mindset on the field and in the gym. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹4.2 LPA – ₹7.4 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Submit your application here so Stonehill International School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
How much experience do I need for this Chess Coach 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.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
What qualifications are required for a Chess Coach?
Most Chess Coach 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 English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most IB schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
What questions are asked in a Chess Coach interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Chess Coach roles in Bangalore.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
What kind of professional development is offered?
IB schools regularly fund official workshops (IB Category 1/2/3 or Cambridge PD) for full-time teachers. Internal weekly PD sessions are also common.
What is the average Chess Coach salary in Bangalore?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Chess Coach roles in Bangalore. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
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.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
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Key facts about Stonehill International School
- Founded
- 2008
- Board
- IB Board
- Type
- Middle
- Student-teacher ratio
- 7:1
Stonehill International School is a middle affiliated to IB Board, established in 2008, located in Bangalore, Karnataka. Classes follow a 7:1 student–teacher ratio.
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