Chess Coach — Children’s Academy Vacancy at Children’s Academy, Mumbai

Children’s Academy
Mumbai, Maharashtrapart-time₹3.2L – ₹5.4L / yrICSE1–5 yrs expPosted 4d ago

Key facts

Role
Chess Coach — Children’s Academy
School
Children’s Academy
City
Mumbai
State
Maharashtra
Board
ICSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Part Time
Salary
₹3.2L – ₹5.4L per year
Experience
1–5 years
Posted
16 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1970

Job description

Overview

Mumbai, Maharashtra — a fresh opening for a Chess Coach — Children’s Academy at Children’s Academy. The school has been running for 56+ years. Curriculum: ICSE. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.

Children’s Academy, a ICSE 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: Children’s Academy is a ICSE Day School in Malad East, Mumbai.

What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Children’s Academy

Deliver PE curriculum, coach at least one squad, organise Sports Day and partner with external coaches when needed.

Working in an ICSE school

Working in an ICSE/ISC setting means deeper unit-wise content, more written work and clear assessment rubrics.

Working conditions

Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.

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

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Is school transport available for staff?

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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.

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 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.

About Children’s Academy

Children’s Academy is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1970, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

Children’s Academy is a ICSE Day School in Malad East, Mumbai.

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