Kolkata: Chess Coach — Little Memorial School Job at Little Memorial School

Little Memorial School
Kolkata, West Bengalpart-time₹2.4L – ₹6.0L / yrNo Board2–6 yrs expPosted 18d ago

Key facts

Role
Chess Coach — Little Memorial School
School
Little Memorial School
City
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Board
No Board
School type
Day School
Employment type
Part Time
Salary
₹2.4L – ₹6.0L per year
Experience
2–6 years
Posted
3 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School

Job description

Overview

Little Memorial School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Chess Coach — Little Memorial School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: NO BOARD. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.

Little Memorial School, a No Board 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

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What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Little Memorial School

Deliver PE curriculum, coach at least one squad, organise Sports Day and partner with external coaches when needed.

Working conditions

This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.

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

How much experience do I need for this Chess Coach — Little Memorial School role?

Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.

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.

What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

About Little Memorial School

Little Memorial School is a day school affiliated to No Board, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.

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