Chennai: Chess Coach — KC High International School Job at KC High International School
KC High International SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — KC High International School
- School
- KC High International School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- IB Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹5.9L – ₹8.1L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 21 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
KC High International School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Chess Coach — KC High International School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: IB BOARD. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
KC High International School, a IB Board school in Chennai, 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: KC High International School is a IB Board Day School in Navalur, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — KC High International School
Deliver PE curriculum, coach at least one squad, organise Sports Day and partner with external coaches when needed.
Working in an IB BOARD school
Teaching in the IB means planners, formative assessment, learner-profile attributes and ongoing IB-pedagogy training.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Chennai
Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.
Common questions about this role
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
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.
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 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.
About KC High International School
KC High International School is a day school affiliated to IB Board, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
KC High International School is a IB Board Day School in Navalur, Chennai.
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