Chess Coach
at Eklavya Model Residential School Shamakhunta · Mayurbhanj · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- Chess Coach
- School
- Eklavya Model Residential School Shamakhunta
- City
- Mayurbhanj
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹4.2L – ₹5.3L per year
- Experience
- 3–8 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 11 Aug 2026
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Chess Coach
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Eklavya Model Residential School Shamakhunta is looking for a Chess Coach in Mayurbhanj, Odisha to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Eklavya Model Residential School Shamakhunta, established 2024, runs as a secondary campus in Mayurbhanj, Odisha — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. Role: as Chess Coach, you design and run the school's sports programme for assigned levels — practice sessions, competition prep, talent development, and player safety at every step. Responsibilities:
- Plan and conduct structured practice sessions for the assigned discipline.
- Identify and develop talent across age groups; select squads.
- Prepare students for inter-school, district, and state events.
- Maintain attendance, fitness, and performance records for every player.
- Ensure equipment safety and follow injury-prevention protocols. Requirements:
- Graduate degree, ideally in Physical Education or the sport.
- NIS/equivalent certification and a strong personal playing record.
- Experience coaching school-age students for competitions.
- Understanding of fitness, injury prevention, and player safety.
- Energy, discipline, and the ability to motivate young athletes. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹4.2 LPA – ₹5.3 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Eklavya Model Residential School Shamakhunta. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
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How much experience do I need for this Chess Coach role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
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.
How do I write an application email for this Chess Coach role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Chess Coach application — Eklavya Model Residential School Shamakhunta"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Eklavya Model Residential School Shamakhunta and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
What questions are asked in a Chess Coach interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Chess Coach roles in Mayurbhanj.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Eklavya Model Residential School Shamakhunta follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Eklavya Model Residential School Shamakhunta
Key facts about Eklavya Model Residential School Shamakhunta
- Founded
- 2024
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- AMIT KUMAR
- Affiliation #
- 1520509
Eklavya Model Residential School Shamakhunta is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2024, located in Mayurbhanj, Odisha.
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