Arqam English School is hiring a Chess Coach — Arqam English School in Mumbai

Arqam English School
Mumbai, Maharashtrapart-time₹3.0L – ₹5.2L / yrState Board3–8 yrs expPosted 8d ago

Key facts

Role
Chess Coach — Arqam English School
School
Arqam English School
City
Mumbai
State
Maharashtra
Board
State Board
School type
Day School
Employment type
Part Time
Salary
₹3.0L – ₹5.2L per year
Experience
3–8 years
Posted
14 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 2011

Job description

Overview

Arqam English School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Chess Coach — Arqam English School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. The school has been running for 15+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.

Arqam English School, a State Board school in Mumbai, 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: Arqam English School is a State Board Day School in Govandi East, Mumbai.

What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Arqam English School

Plan PE periods, coach school teams, organise inter-house and inter-school events, and own student physical-fitness benchmarks.

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 Mumbai

Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.

Common questions about this role

Is accommodation provided?

Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Arqam English School follows the state-board curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.

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.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

About Arqam English School

Arqam English School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 2011, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

Arqam English School is a State Board Day School in Govandi East, Mumbai.

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