Chess Coach — G.B. Memorial Institution Opening — G.B. Memorial Institution, Kolkata
G.B. Memorial InstitutionKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — G.B. Memorial Institution
- School
- G.B. Memorial Institution
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.4L – ₹6.0L per year
- Experience
- 2–6 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Kolkata, West Bengal — a fresh opening for a Chess Coach — G.B. Memorial Institution at G.B. Memorial Institution. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 43+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
G.B. Memorial Institution, a State Board school in Kolkata, 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: G.B. Memorial Institution is a State Board Day School in Sarsuna, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — G.B. Memorial Institution
Run sport-specific drills, prepare squads for tournaments, manage equipment and ensure safe-play protocols.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
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Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
How much experience do I need for this Chess Coach — G.B. Memorial Institution 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.
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.
About G.B. Memorial Institution
G.B. Memorial Institution is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1983, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
G.B. Memorial Institution is a State Board Day School in Sarsuna, Kolkata.
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