Mumbai: Chess Coach — Dr. Pillai Global Academy Job at Dr. Pillai Global Academy
Dr. Pillai Global AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Dr. Pillai Global Academy
- School
- Dr. Pillai Global Academy
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- IB Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹6.2L – ₹9.9L per year
- Experience
- 4–9 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Dr. Pillai Global Academy (Mumbai, Maharashtra) is inviting applications for a Chess Coach — Dr. Pillai Global Academy. The school has been running for 20+ years. Curriculum: IB BOARD. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Dr. Pillai Global Academy, a IB Board 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: Dr. Pillai Global Academy is a IB Board Day School in Borivali West, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Dr. Pillai Global Academy
Run sport-specific drills, prepare squads for tournaments, manage equipment and ensure safe-play protocols.
Working in an IB BOARD school
This is an IB school — inquiry-led teaching, transdisciplinary planning, ATL skills and formal IB documentation are part of daily work.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
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 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.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
About Dr. Pillai Global Academy
Dr. Pillai Global Academy is a day school affiliated to IB Board, established in 2006, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Dr. Pillai Global Academy is a IB Board Day School in Borivali West, Mumbai.
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