IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya is hiring a Chess Coach — IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya in Mumbai
IES Digambar Patkar VidyalayaKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya
- School
- IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.6L – ₹3.9L per year
- Experience
- 1–4 years
- Posted
- 3 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Chess Coach — IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 109+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya, a State Board school in Mumbai, 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: IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya is a State Board Day School in Dadar East, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya
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
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Mumbai
Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.
Common questions about this role
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
How do I apply for this Chess Coach — IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
About IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya
IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1917, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
IES Digambar Patkar Vidyalaya is a State Board Day School in Dadar East, Mumbai.
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