Mumbai: Athletics Coach — The Modern School Job at The Modern School

The Modern School
Mumbai, Maharashtrapart-time₹4.6L – ₹7.3L / yrCBSE5–10 yrs expPosted 11d ago

Key facts

Role
Athletics Coach — The Modern School
School
The Modern School
City
Mumbai
State
Maharashtra
Board
CBSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Part Time
Salary
₹4.6L – ₹7.3L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
12 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1936

Job description

Overview

Athletics Coach — The Modern School at The Modern School, Mumbai. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 90+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.

The Modern School, a CBSE school in Mumbai, 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 School is a CBSE Day School in Girgaon, Mumbai.

What you'll handle as a Athletics Coach — The Modern School

Plan PE periods, coach school teams, organise inter-house and inter-school events, and own student physical-fitness benchmarks.

Working in a CBSE school

This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.

Working conditions

This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.

About teaching in Mumbai

Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.

Common questions about this role

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.

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.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

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.

About The Modern School

The Modern School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1936, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

The Modern School is a CBSE Day School in Girgaon, Mumbai.

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