The Amaatra Academy is hiring a Chess Coach — The Amaatra Academy in Bangalore
The Amaatra AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — The Amaatra Academy
- School
- The Amaatra Academy
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day Cum Boarding
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹4.8L – ₹7.4L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 15 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
The Amaatra Academy (Bangalore, Karnataka) is inviting applications for a Chess Coach — The Amaatra Academy. 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.
The Amaatra Academy, 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: The Amaatra Academy is a CBSE Day Cum Boarding in Haralur, Bangalore.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — The Amaatra Academy
Plan PE periods, coach school teams, organise inter-house and inter-school events, and own student physical-fitness benchmarks.
Working in a CBSE school
CBSE schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy.
Working conditions
This is a boarding school, so the role includes evening/weekend duties on a rotational basis and close engagement with hostel life.
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
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
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.
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.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
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.
About The Amaatra Academy
The Amaatra Academy is a day cum boarding affiliated to CBSE, established in 2012, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.
The Amaatra Academy is a CBSE Day Cum Boarding in Haralur, Bangalore.
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