Chess Coach
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Key facts
- Role
- Chess Coach
- School
- Kendriya Vidyalaya, Lohaghat
- City
- Champawat
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹4.2L – ₹5.5L per year
- Experience
- 2–6 years
- Posted
- 29 May 2026
- Closing date
- 24 Jul 2026
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Chess Coach
at Kendriya Vidyalaya, Lohaghat
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Why apply
- 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.
Job description
Overview
We are looking for a Chess Coach to join Kendriya Vidyalaya, Lohaghat in Champawat, Uttarakhand. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. About Kendriya Vidyalaya, Lohaghat: a senior secondary institution in Champawat, Uttarakhand — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2004,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Context: the Chess Coach reports into the Sports Incharge and works with other coaches and PE teachers. Full-time, on a defined practice and match calendar. Day to day, you will:
- Run morning/evening practice as per the published schedule.
- Lead warm-ups, drills, conditioning, and game-situation training.
- Track player progress and share updates with parents.
- Coordinate with the Sports Incharge on travel, kit, and event logistics.
- Maintain a safe, disciplined practice environment. Requirements:
- Graduate degree, ideally in Physical Education or the sport.
- NIS/equivalent certification and a strong personal playing record.
- Experience coaching school-age students for competitions.
- Understanding of fitness, injury prevention, and player safety.
- Energy, discipline, and the ability to motivate young athletes. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹4.2 LPA – ₹5.5 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. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Kendriya Vidyalaya, Lohaghat reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
What questions are asked in a Chess Coach interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Chess Coach roles in Champawat.
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Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Kendriya Vidyalaya, Lohaghat
Key facts about Kendriya Vidyalaya, Lohaghat
- Founded
- 2004
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- SWATI
- Affiliation #
- 3500039
Kendriya Vidyalaya, Lohaghat is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2004, located in Champawat, Uttarakhand.
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