
Chess Coach — Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School Opening — Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School, Kolkata
Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School
- School
- Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day Cum Boarding
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.1L – ₹5.5L per year
- Experience
- 2–7 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary 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: Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School (DMHSS) is a co-ed, English medium school in Barrackpore, Kolkata, India, founded in 1984 by Christian missionaries. It offers education from Pre-Nursery to Class 12 and is affiliated with the Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) and the Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE).
DMHSS Kolkata has been nurturing students’ co-curricular and extracurricular potential for 41 years, earning its status as a top school. With a primary and secondary department, it’s a second home for ages 3 to 18. The school has 2500 students, 84 teachers, 25 awards, and a vast alumni network of 10,000, preparing students for a greater future.
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.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is typically included for residential staff — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
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.
About Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School
Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School (DMHSS) is a co-ed, English medium school in Barrackpore, Kolkata, India, founded in 1984 by Christian missionaries. It offers education from Pre-Nursery to Class 12 and is affiliated with the Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) and the Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE). DMHSS Kolkata has been nurturing students’ co-curricular and extracurricular potential for 41 years, earning its status as a top school. With a primary and secondary department, it’s a second home for ages 3 to 18. The school has 2500 students, 84 teachers, 25 awards, and a vast alumni network of 10,000, preparing students for a greater future.
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