Chess Coach — Widia Poorna Prajna School Vacancy at Widia Poorna Prajna School, Bangalore

Widia Poorna Prajna School
Bangalore, Karnatakapart-time₹5.1L – ₹7.2L / yrCBSE6–10 yrs expPosted 9d ago

Key facts

Role
Chess Coach — Widia Poorna Prajna School
School
Widia Poorna Prajna School
City
Bangalore
State
Karnataka
Board
CBSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Part Time
Salary
₹5.1L – ₹7.2L per year
Experience
6–10 years
Posted
15 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1988

Job description

Overview

Widia Poorna Prajna School, 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: Education encompasses the development of the integrated personality of the youth through proper training of their intellect, spirit, mind and body. Quality empowerment of the youth in various streams of knowledge has been the vision of the parent body. The main perception of USAMEC is to provide value added and skill based quality education.

  • Promoting education consistent with the statutes

  • Imparting essential Learning

  • Developing creative skills in the youth

  • Moulding character, inculcating values and ideas in the youth

  • Creating a conducive atmosphere wherein the youth will imbibe the spirit of our culture and heritage

  • Enabling youth to see life beyond formal education

Common questions about this role

Are meals provided at school?

Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Widia Poorna Prajna School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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 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.

About Widia Poorna Prajna School

Education encompasses the development of the integrated personality of the youth through proper training of their intellect, spirit, mind and body. Quality empowerment of the youth in various streams of knowledge has been the vision of the parent body. The main perception of USAMEC is to provide value added and skill based quality education. Promoting education consistent with the statutes Imparting essential Learning Developing creative skills in the youth Moulding character, inculcating values and ideas in the youth Creating a conducive atmosphere wherein the youth will imbibe the spirit of our culture and heritage Enabling youth to see life beyond formal education

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TransportationWifiSmart ClassesArt and CraftDanceDramaDebateGardeningAuditorium/Media RoomCafeteria/CanteenLibrary/Reading RoomPlayground

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