Sports Coach-Squash/Cricket/Martial Arts/Taekwando

Job Title: Sports Coach – Squash / Cricket / Martial Arts / Taekwondo

Location: Bloomingdale International School, Penamaluru, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India
Reports to: Head of School / Head of Physical Education Department
Salary Range: ₹35,000 to ₹45,000 per month (commensurate with experience and expertise)

Job Summary:

Bloomingdale International School is seeking dynamic and skilled Sports Coaches specialized in Squash, Cricket, Martial Arts, or Taekwondo to lead and develop our extracurricular and competitive sports programs. This role involves coaching students from middle and high school, enhancing their athletic skills, fostering discipline, and instilling values of teamwork, resilience, and sportsmanship. Coaches will also play a key role in organizing inter-house and inter-school competitions, ensuring student participation, safety, and development.

Key Responsibilities:

Coaching and Skill Development:

Design and deliver structured coaching sessions specific to the assigned sport (Squash/Cricket/Martial Arts/Taekwondo).

Adapt training methods to suit the age, ability, and physical development of students.

Promote fundamental motor skills, game strategies, and mental conditioning.

Identify and mentor talented athletes for advanced-level training and external competitions.

Student Engagement and Team Building:

Foster an inclusive, motivating, and disciplined training environment.

Create and manage school teams for respective sports; encourage participation across all grade levels.

Promote teamwork, leadership, and respect among student-athletes.

Competition and Event Management:

Plan, organize, and oversee intra-school events and inter-school tournaments.

Ensure proper scheduling, venue setup, refereeing arrangements, and coordination with other schools/sports bodies.

Travel with teams when required for competitions, ensuring appropriate supervision and conduct.

Safety and Wellbeing:

Implement safety guidelines and supervise safe use of sports equipment and facilities.

Educate students on warm-up routines, injury prevention, and recovery practices.

Administer first aid when necessary and report incidents as per school protocol.

Collaboration and Communication:

Coordinate with the Physical Education Department, class teachers, and school administrators to align sports with academic schedules.

Maintain regular communication with parents regarding student progress, events, and achievements.

Assist in planning annual sports day and other athletic showcases.

Monitoring and Documentation:

Track student attendance, performance, and progress using records and performance logs.

Provide individual feedback and performance evaluations periodically.

Contribute to student reports as required.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physical Education, Sports Coaching, or relevant specialization.

Certification from recognized sports federations or coaching authorities in the respective sport.

Minimum 2–3 years of relevant coaching experience with school-age students.

Valid First Aid and CPR certification (preferred).

Skills and Attributes:

Expertise in at least one of the listed sports disciplines.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and motivational skills.

Passion for mentoring and working with adolescents.

Professionalism, punctuality, and high ethical standards.

Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

Working Hours:

Full-time role, Monday to Saturday (with flexibility for early morning/evening sessions and weekends during tournaments or events)

Why Join Bloomingdale International School?

At Bloomingdale, we believe in nurturing the whole child, where academics and extracurriculars go hand in hand. As a Sports Coach, you’ll contribute directly to students’ physical development and lifelong wellness, while working in a vibrant, international-minded learning environment.