Chess Coach — Dr. D. Y. Patil Preschool Opening — Dr. D. Y. Patil Preschool, Pune
Dr. D. Y. Patil PreschoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Dr. D. Y. Patil Preschool
- School
- Dr. D. Y. Patil Preschool
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹4.5L – ₹6.3L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the Chess Coach — Dr. D. Y. Patil Preschool at Dr. D. Y. Patil Preschool will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. The school has been running for 18+ years. Curriculum: CBSE. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
Dr. D. Y. Patil Preschool, a CBSE school in Pune, 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: Dr. D. Y. Patil Preschool is a CBSE Day School in Pimpri Chinchwad, Pune.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Dr. D. Y. Patil Preschool
Plan PE periods, coach school teams, organise inter-house and inter-school events, and own student physical-fitness benchmarks.
Working in a CBSE school
This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Pune
Pune has a healthy mix of CBSE, ICSE and IB schools, with strong demand around the academic-year onboarding cycle.
Common questions about this role
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
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.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE 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.
What qualifications are required for a Chess Coach — Dr. D. Y. Patil Preschool?
Most Chess Coach — Dr. D. Y. Patil Preschool 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.
About Dr. D. Y. Patil Preschool
Dr. D. Y. Patil Preschool is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2008, located in Pune, Maharashtra.
Dr. D. Y. Patil Preschool is a CBSE Day School in Pimpri Chinchwad, Pune.
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