Kolkata: Chess Coach — Delhi Public School Newtown Job at Delhi Public School Newtown
Delhi Public School NewtownKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Delhi Public School Newtown
- School
- Delhi Public School Newtown
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹4.3L – ₹5.8L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Delhi Public School Newtown is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Chess Coach — Delhi Public School Newtown who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: ICSE. The school has been running for 21+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Delhi Public School Newtown, a ICSE 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: Delhi Public School Newtown is a ICSE Day School in New Town, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Delhi Public School Newtown
Deliver PE curriculum, coach at least one squad, organise Sports Day and partner with external coaches when needed.
Working in an ICSE school
ICSE/ISC schools prize depth of content, structured English-medium delivery and rigorous internal assessment cycles.
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
What is the salary for this Chess Coach — Delhi Public School Newtown 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.
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.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most ICSE/ISC schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
About Delhi Public School Newtown
Delhi Public School Newtown is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 2005, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Delhi Public School Newtown is a ICSE Day School in New Town, Kolkata.
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