A.K Ghosh Memorial High School is hiring a Chess Coach — A.K Ghosh Memorial High School in Kolkata
A.K Ghosh Memorial High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — A.K Ghosh Memorial High School
- School
- A.K Ghosh Memorial High School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.1L – ₹3.6L per year
- Experience
- 1–5 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Chess Coach — A.K Ghosh Memorial High School at A.K Ghosh Memorial High School, Kolkata. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 58+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
A.K Ghosh Memorial High School, a State Board school in Kolkata, 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: A.K Ghosh Memorial High School is a State Board Day School in Jodhpur Park, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — A.K Ghosh Memorial High 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
State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
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.
Is English fluency required?
Bilingual fluency (English + regional language) is typically expected at state-board schools, especially for lower grades. Senior-secondary subject roles lean more English-first.
Where exactly is A.K Ghosh Memorial High School located?
The school is in Kolkata, West Bengal. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
About A.K Ghosh Memorial High School
A.K Ghosh Memorial High School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1968, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
A.K Ghosh Memorial High School is a State Board Day School in Jodhpur Park, Kolkata.
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