Chess Coach — Bodhi Bhavans Collegiate School Opening — Bodhi Bhavans Collegiate School, Kolkata
Bodhi Bhavans Collegiate SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Bodhi Bhavans Collegiate School
- School
- Bodhi Bhavans Collegiate School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.4L – ₹6.0L per year
- Experience
- 2–6 years
- Posted
- 5 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the Chess Coach — Bodhi Bhavans Collegiate School at Bodhi Bhavans Collegiate School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. The school has been running for 20+ years. Curriculum: CBSE. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
Bodhi Bhavans Collegiate 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: Bodhi Bhavans Collegiate School is a CBSE Day School in Tiljala, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Bodhi Bhavans Collegiate School
Run sport-specific drills, prepare squads for tournaments, manage equipment and ensure safe-play protocols.
Working in a CBSE school
This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
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
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a part time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
About Bodhi Bhavans Collegiate School
Bodhi Bhavans Collegiate School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2006, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Bodhi Bhavans Collegiate School is a CBSE Day School in Tiljala, Kolkata.
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