D.S. High School is hiring a Chess Coach — D.S. High School in Mumbai
D.S. High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — D.S. High School
- School
- D.S. High School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.6L – ₹4.8L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
D.S. High School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Chess Coach — D.S. High School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. The school has been running for 87+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
D.S. High School, a State 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: D.S. High School is a State Board Day School in Sion West, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — D.S. High School
Plan PE periods, coach school teams, organise inter-house and inter-school events, and own student physical-fitness benchmarks.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
This is a state-board school — expect bilingual delivery, state syllabus alignment and locally rooted curriculum context.
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
Which curriculum does the school follow?
D.S. High School follows the state-board curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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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 meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
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.
About D.S. High School
D.S. High School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1939, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
D.S. High School is a State Board Day School in Sion West, Mumbai.
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