Chess Coach
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Key facts
- Role
- Chess Coach
- School
- Kottappuram Central School,(kcs) Kottappuram
- City
- Palakkad
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.2L – ₹5.8L per year
- Experience
- 3–8 years
- Posted
- 2 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 20 Jul 2026
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Chess Coach
at Kottappuram Central School,(kcs) Kottappuram
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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
Immediate opening: Chess Coach at Kottappuram Central School,(kcs) Kottappuram in Palakkad, Kerala. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. About Kottappuram Central School,(kcs) Kottappuram: a secondary institution in Palakkad, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1992,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Role: as Chess Coach, you design and run the school's sports programme for assigned levels — practice sessions, competition prep, talent development, and player safety at every step. 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. 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. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹3.2 LPA – ₹5.8 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Kottappuram Central School,(kcs) Kottappuram reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
How do I write an application email for this Chess Coach role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Chess Coach application — Kottappuram Central School,(kcs) Kottappuram"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Kottappuram Central School,(kcs) Kottappuram and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
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.
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.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Where exactly is Kottappuram Central School,(kcs) Kottappuram located?
The school is in Palakkad, Kerala. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Kottappuram Central School,(kcs) Kottappuram
Key facts about Kottappuram Central School,(kcs) Kottappuram
- Founded
- 1992
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- BABY SINDHU.A
- Affiliation #
- 930801
Kottappuram Central School,(kcs) Kottappuram is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1992, located in Palakkad, Kerala.
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