Chess Coach
at Banimandir Railway H.s. School · Darjeeling · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- Chess Coach
- School
- Banimandir Railway H.s. School
- City
- Darjeeling
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.7L – ₹3.0L per year
- Experience
- 2–4 years
- Posted
- 14 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Chess Coach
at Banimandir Railway H.s. School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Banimandir Railway H.s. School invites applications for a Chess Coach in Darjeeling, West Bengal. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. About Banimandir Railway H.s. School: a senior secondary institution in Darjeeling, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1963,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. What the role looks like: the Chess Coach runs regular practice sessions, plans a season-long calendar, grooms talent, and represents the school in district/state engagements. Responsibilities:
- Plan and conduct structured practice sessions for the assigned discipline.
- Identify and develop talent across age groups; select squads.
- Prepare students for inter-school, district, and state events.
- Maintain attendance, fitness, and performance records for every player.
- Ensure equipment safety and follow injury-prevention protocols. Candidate requirements:
- Trained coach with a structured approach to skill and fitness.
- Experience taking teams to inter-school, district, or state events.
- Comfortable with mixed age groups and varying skill levels.
- Calm, firm, and approachable with students and parents.
- Willing to commit to morning/evening schedules through the season. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹2.7 LPA – ₹3.0 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Banimandir Railway H.s. School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
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Where exactly is Banimandir Railway H.s. School located?
The school is in Darjeeling, West Bengal. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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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.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.
What is the salary for this Chess Coach role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Banimandir Railway H.s. School
Key facts about Banimandir Railway H.s. School
- Founded
- 1963
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- KAKALI BASU
- Affiliation #
- 2480024
Banimandir Railway H.s. School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1963, located in Darjeeling, West Bengal.
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