Chess Coach — Taralabalu School, Hassan

Taralabalu School is hiring a Chess Coach in Hassan, Karnataka. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. Taralabalu School, established 2018, is a secondary school in Hassan, Karnataka — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. What the role looks like: the Chess Coach runs regular practice sessions, plans a season-long calendar, grooms talent, and represents the school in district/state engagements. 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. Requirements:
• Graduate degree, ideally in Physical Education or the sport.
• NIS/equivalent certification and a strong personal playing record.
• Experience coaching school-age students for competitions.
• Understanding of fitness, injury prevention, and player safety.
• Energy, discipline, and the ability to motivate young athletes. Perks and culture:
• Fair compensation with annual review (₹2.7 LPA – ₹4.7 LPA).
• Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
• Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
• A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
• A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Taralabalu School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.