Chess Coach — The Samhita Academy Vacancy at The Samhita Academy, Bangalore
The Samhita AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — The Samhita Academy
- School
- The Samhita Academy
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹4.6L – ₹6.6L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
The Samhita 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 Samhita Academy has its roots in the Advaith Foundation - a charitable trust set up by Mr. SD Shibulal in 2004. A trust that has laid special emphasis on empowering children less privileged through the Comprehensive Residential Scholarship.Started in Bangalore in 2009, it has touched the lives of more than 1000 children and is helping them prepare for the University of Life. Today, The Samhita Academy has spread its wings, with schools in Bangalore and Coimbatore.Staying faithful to its core belief of 'Empowerment through Education' 25% of Samhita children come from the underprivileged sections of society.The values on which The Samhita Academy is founded are Respect, Care, Creativity, Achievement, Responsibility, And an unerring pursuit of Excellence- Individual and Collective (RCARE).
Common questions about this role
How much experience do I need for this Chess Coach — The Samhita Academy role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
How do I apply for this Chess Coach — The Samhita Academy vacancy?
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About The Samhita Academy
The Samhita Academy has its roots in the Advaith Foundation - a charitable trust set up by Mr. SD Shibulal in 2004. A trust that has laid special emphasis on empowering children less privileged through the Comprehensive Residential Scholarship.Started in Bangalore in 2009, it has touched the lives of more than 1000 children and is helping them prepare for the University of Life. Today, The Samhita Academy has spread its wings, with schools in Bangalore and Coimbatore.Staying faithful to its core belief of 'Empowerment through Education' 25% of Samhita children come from the underprivileged sections of society.The values on which The Samhita Academy is founded are Respect, Care, Creativity, Achievement, Responsibility, And an unerring pursuit of Excellence- Individual and Collective (RCARE).
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