Chess Coach
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Overview
Applications are invited for a Chess Coach at Ekalavya Model Residential School, Phiringia in Kandhamal, Odisha. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. School profile: Ekalavya Model Residential School, Phiringia in Kandhamal, Odisha — a senior secondary setup, established 2020, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Position: as Chess Coach, you build the school's sporting culture. The role suits coaches who enjoy long-term player development as much as competitive results. Day to day, you will:
- Run morning/evening practice as per the published schedule.
- Lead warm-ups, drills, conditioning, and game-situation training.
- Track player progress and share updates with parents.
- Coordinate with the Sports Incharge on travel, kit, and event logistics.
- Maintain a safe, disciplined practice environment. Ideal candidate — you have:
- A solid playing background and recognised coaching credentials.
- Patience to build foundational skills with younger students.
- Ambition to take senior teams into competitive arenas.
- Strong communication with players, parents, and leadership.
- A safety-first mindset on the field and in the gym. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹2.5 LPA – ₹3.5 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Submit your application on this page and Ekalavya Model Residential School, Phiringia will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.