Chess Coach — Dhirubhai Ambani International School Vacancy at Dhirubhai Ambani International School, Mumbai
Dhirubhai Ambani International SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Dhirubhai Ambani International School
- School
- Dhirubhai Ambani International School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day Cum Boarding
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹4.8L – ₹6.3L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Mumbai, Maharashtra — a fresh opening for a Chess Coach — Dhirubhai Ambani International School at Dhirubhai Ambani International School. Curriculum: ICSE. The school has been running for 23+ years. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
Dhirubhai Ambani International School, 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: Dhirubhai Ambani International School is a ICSE Day Cum Boarding in Bandra East, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Dhirubhai Ambani International School
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
As a residential school, expect duty rosters, hostel involvement and a tighter-knit student community than a day school.
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
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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
About Dhirubhai Ambani International School
Dhirubhai Ambani International School is a day cum boarding affiliated to ICSE, established in 2003, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The school has a student community of about 1000+.
Dhirubhai Ambani International School is a ICSE Day Cum Boarding in Bandra East, Mumbai.
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