Kolkata: Chess Coach — Howard Memorial School Job at Howard Memorial School
Howard Memorial SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Howard Memorial School
- School
- Howard Memorial School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.1L – ₹4.5L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 14 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Howard Memorial School (Kolkata, West Bengal) is inviting applications for a Chess Coach — Howard Memorial School. Curriculum: CISCE. The school has been running for 63+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Howard Memorial School, a CISCE 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: Howard Memorial School is a CISCE Day School in Bhangar, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Howard Memorial School
Plan PE periods, coach school teams, organise inter-house and inter-school events, and own student physical-fitness benchmarks.
Working in a CISCE school
Working in an ICSE/ISC setting means deeper unit-wise content, more written work and clear assessment rubrics.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
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
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.
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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
How much experience do I need for this Chess Coach — Howard Memorial School role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
What is the salary for this Chess Coach — Howard Memorial School role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
About Howard Memorial School
Howard Memorial School is a day school affiliated to CISCE, established in 1963, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Howard Memorial School is a CISCE Day School in Bhangar, Kolkata.
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