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Chess Coach

₹2.3L – ₹5.7L / yr3–5 yrsCloses 22 Jul 20 days left
Kolkata, West Bengalfull-timePosted 42d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Chess Coach
School
Indus Valley World School
City
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹2.3L – ₹5.7L per year
Experience
3–5 years
Posted
21 May 2026
Closing date
22 Jul 2026
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Chess Coach

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  • 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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Indus Valley World School in Kolkata, West Bengal is hiring a Chess Coach. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. About Indus Valley World School: a senior secondary institution in Kolkata, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2008,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. What the role looks like: the Chess Coach runs regular practice sessions, plans a season-long calendar, grooms talent, and represents the school in district/state engagements. 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. Candidate requirements:
  • Trained coach with a structured approach to skill and fitness.
  • Experience taking teams to inter-school, district, or state events.
  • Comfortable with mixed age groups and varying skill levels.
  • Calm, firm, and approachable with students and parents.
  • Willing to commit to morning/evening schedules through the season. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹2.3 LPA – ₹5.7 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Indus Valley World School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.

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.

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 background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

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.

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Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

Indus Valley World School

Key facts about Indus Valley World School

Key facts
Founded
2008
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
RESHMA BHATTACHARYA
Affiliation #
2430108
Address
488, AJOY NAGAR, EASTERN METROPOLITAN BY-PASS, KOLKATA- 700094, 488, Kolkata, West Bengal, 700094

Indus Valley World School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2008, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.

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