Chess Coach — Kalyani Public School Vacancy at Kalyani Public School, Kolkata
Kalyani Public SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Kalyani Public School
- School
- Kalyani Public School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.1L – ₹5.1L per year
- Experience
- 3–7 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the Chess Coach — Kalyani Public School at Kalyani Public School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 55+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
Kalyani Public School, a CBSE 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: Kalyani Public School is a CBSE Day School in Barasat, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Kalyani Public School
Deliver PE curriculum, coach at least one squad, organise Sports Day and partner with external coaches when needed.
Working in a CBSE school
This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
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
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
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.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a part time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
About Kalyani Public School
Kalyani Public School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1971, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Kalyani Public School is a CBSE Day School in Barasat, Kolkata.
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