Chess Coach — V K Public School Opening — V K Public School, Bangalore
V K Public SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — V K Public School
- School
- V K Public School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.8L – ₹5.1L per year
- Experience
- 3–5 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Chess Coach — V K Public School — V K Public School, Bangalore, Karnataka. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: ICSE. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
V K Public School, a ICSE 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: V K Public School is a Private, Secondary school and also a Day School situated at Bommasandra, Bangalore.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — V K Public School
Plan PE periods, coach school teams, organise inter-house and inter-school events, and own student physical-fitness benchmarks.
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
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
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 qualifications are required for a Chess Coach — V K Public School?
Most Chess Coach — V K Public School roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
About V K Public School
V K Public School is a day school affiliated to ICSE, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.
V K Public School is a Private, Secondary school and also a Day School situated at Bommasandra, Bangalore.
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