Chess Coach
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Key facts
- Role
- Chess Coach
- School
- Govt Secondary School, Salghari Sikkam
- City
- South Sikkim
- State
- Sikkim
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.0L – ₹6.0L per year
- Experience
- 2–7 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 7 Aug 2026
Chess Coach salary in South Sikkim — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Chess Coach
at Govt Secondary School, Salghari Sikkam
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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
Govt Secondary School, Salghari Sikkam in South Sikkim, Sikkim is hiring a Chess Coach. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. Govt Secondary School, Salghari Sikkam, established 1954, is a secondary school in South Sikkim, Sikkim — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Context: the Chess Coach reports into the Sports Incharge and works with other coaches and PE teachers. Full-time, on a defined practice and match calendar. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹3.0 LPA – ₹6.0 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Govt Secondary School, Salghari Sikkam hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Common questions about this role
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Govt Secondary School, Salghari Sikkam follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What qualifications are required for a Chess Coach?
Most Chess Coach roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
What is the average Chess Coach salary in South Sikkim?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Chess Coach pay in South Sikkim varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Govt Secondary School, Salghari Sikkam
Key facts about Govt Secondary School, Salghari Sikkam
- Founded
- 1954
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- BIR BAHADUR CHETTRI
- Affiliation #
- 1820146
Govt Secondary School, Salghari Sikkam is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1954, located in South Sikkim, Sikkim.
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