
Chess Coach — Chetan Dattaji Gaikwad English Medium School Vacancy at Chetan Dattaji Gaikwad English Medium School, Pune
Chetan Dattaji Gaikwad English Medium SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Chetan Dattaji Gaikwad English Medium School
- School
- Chetan Dattaji Gaikwad English Medium School
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.9L – ₹5.9L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Pune, Maharashtra — a fresh opening for a Chess Coach — Chetan Dattaji Gaikwad English Medium School at Chetan Dattaji Gaikwad English Medium School. The school has been running for 19+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
Chetan Dattaji Gaikwad English Medium School, a State Board school in Pune, 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: Chetan Dattaji Gaikwad English Medium School is a State Board Day School in Khadki, Pune.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Chetan Dattaji Gaikwad English Medium 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
This is a state-board school — expect bilingual delivery, state syllabus alignment and locally rooted curriculum context.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Pune
Pune has a healthy mix of CBSE, ICSE and IB schools, with strong demand around the academic-year onboarding cycle.
Common questions about this role
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
What qualifications are required for a Chess Coach — Chetan Dattaji Gaikwad English Medium School?
Most Chess Coach — Chetan Dattaji Gaikwad English Medium School roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
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.
About Chetan Dattaji Gaikwad English Medium School
Chetan Dattaji Gaikwad English Medium School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 2007, located in Pune, Maharashtra.
Chetan Dattaji Gaikwad English Medium School is a State Board Day School in Khadki, Pune.
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