Chess Coach — D.A.V. Public School Opening — D.A.V. Public School, Chennai
D.A.V. Public SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — D.A.V. Public School
- School
- D.A.V. Public School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹4.2L – ₹6.3L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 9 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the Chess Coach — D.A.V. Public School at D.A.V. Public School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. The school has been running for 36+ years. Curriculum: CBSE. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
D.A.V. Public School, a CBSE school in Chennai, 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: D.A.V. Public School is a CBSE Day School in Velachery, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — D.A.V. Public School
Deliver PE curriculum, coach at least one squad, organise Sports Day and partner with external coaches when needed.
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
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Chennai
Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a Chess Coach — D.A.V. Public School?
Most Chess Coach — D.A.V. Public 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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
D.A.V. Public School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
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.
Where exactly is D.A.V. Public School located?
The school is in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
About D.A.V. Public School
D.A.V. Public School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1990, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
D.A.V. Public School is a CBSE Day School in Velachery, Chennai.
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