Kolkata: Athletics Coach — The Modern Academy Job at The Modern Academy
The Modern AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Athletics Coach — The Modern Academy
- School
- The Modern Academy
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.9L – ₹5.0L per year
- Experience
- 2–7 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
The Modern Academy is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Athletics Coach — The Modern Academy who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: ICSE. The school has been running for 33+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
The Modern Academy, a ICSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Athletics 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 Modern Academy is a ICSE Day School in Dhakuria, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Athletics Coach — The Modern Academy
Run sport-specific drills, prepare squads for tournaments, manage equipment and ensure safe-play protocols.
Working in an ICSE school
Working in an ICSE/ISC setting means deeper unit-wise content, more written work and clear assessment rubrics.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
How do I apply for this Athletics Coach — The Modern Academy vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
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.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
About The Modern Academy
The Modern Academy is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1993, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
The Modern Academy is a ICSE Day School in Dhakuria, Kolkata.
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