B.D. Memorial Jr. School is hiring a Chess Coach — B.D. Memorial Jr. School in Kolkata
B.D. Memorial Jr. SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — B.D. Memorial Jr. School
- School
- B.D. Memorial Jr. School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.9L – ₹4.1L per year
- Experience
- 2–4 years
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Chess Coach — B.D. Memorial Jr. School at B.D. Memorial Jr. School, Kolkata. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 60+ years. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
B.D. Memorial Jr. School, a CBSE 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: B.D. Memorial Jr. School is a CBSE Day School in Garia, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — B.D. Memorial Jr. School
Run sport-specific drills, prepare squads for tournaments, manage equipment and ensure safe-play protocols.
Working in a CBSE school
As a CBSE-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades.
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
How do I apply for this Chess Coach — B.D. Memorial Jr. School vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
What is the salary for this Chess Coach — B.D. Memorial Jr. School 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.
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.
About B.D. Memorial Jr. School
B.D. Memorial Jr. School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1966, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
B.D. Memorial Jr. School is a CBSE Day School in Garia, Kolkata.
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