Bangalore: Chess Coach — The Montessori School Job at The Montessori School

The Montessori School
Bangalore, Karnatakapart-time₹2.7L – ₹3.9L / yrState Board2–5 yrs expPosted 7d ago

Key facts

Role
Chess Coach — The Montessori School
School
The Montessori School
City
Bangalore
State
Karnataka
Board
State Board
School type
Day School
Employment type
Part Time
Salary
₹2.7L – ₹3.9L per year
Experience
2–5 years
Posted
16 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 2017

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Job description

Overview

The Montessori School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Chess Coach — The Montessori School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 9+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.

The Montessori School, a State Board 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 Montessori School is a State Board Day School in JP Nagar, Bangalore.

What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — The Montessori School

Deliver PE curriculum, coach at least one squad, organise Sports Day and partner with external coaches when needed.

Working in a STATE BOARD school

Working in a state-board setting means following the state curriculum, term plans and local examination patterns.

Working conditions

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

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 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.

How do I apply for this Chess Coach — The Montessori School 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.

Are meals provided at school?

Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.

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.

About The Montessori School

The Montessori School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 2017, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.

The Montessori School is a State Board Day School in JP Nagar, Bangalore.

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