Chess Coach

Applications are open for a Chess Coach at Jnana Prabodhini Prashala in Pune, Maharashtra. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Jnana Prabodhini Prashala in Pune, Maharashtra is a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1969,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. About the role: the Chess Coach owns the schedule for the assigned discipline — structured coaching, talent identification, fitness conditioning, and active part in school sports days and competitions. What you will do:

• Design season-long training plans and adjust based on progress.
• Coach teams for matches and tournaments.
• Work on individual skill development for high-potential players.
• Support sports day and inter-house competitions.
• Maintain sports infrastructure and report issues early. 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. Benefits and culture:
• Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹2.6 LPA – ₹5.6 LPA).
• Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
• Professional development through workshops and internal training.
• A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
• Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Submit your application on this page and Jnana Prabodhini Prashala will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.