Kolkata: Chess Coach — Devaki Memorial School Job at Devaki Memorial School
Devaki Memorial SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Devaki Memorial School
- School
- Devaki Memorial School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.7L – ₹4.7L per year
- Experience
- 1–6 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Devaki Memorial School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Chess Coach — Devaki Memorial School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: ICSE. The school has been running for 24+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Devaki Memorial School, 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: Devaki Memorial School is a ICSE Day School in New Town, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Devaki Memorial School
Run sport-specific drills, prepare squads for tournaments, manage equipment and ensure safe-play protocols.
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
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 qualifications are required for a Chess Coach — Devaki Memorial School?
Most Chess Coach — Devaki Memorial 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.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
About Devaki Memorial School
Devaki Memorial School is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 2002, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Devaki Memorial School is a ICSE Day School in New Town, Kolkata.
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