Chess Coach — Little Star Primary School Opening — Little Star Primary School, Kolkata
Little Star Primary SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Little Star Primary School
- School
- Little Star Primary School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.0L – ₹5.2L per year
- Experience
- 2–7 years
- Posted
- 2 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Little Star Primary School, a ICSE 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: Little Star Primary School is a well-established co-educational institution situated in the vibrant area of Bansdroni in Kolkata. The school prides itself on following the ICSE curriculum, offering a comprehensive and holistic education to children from nursery through to 5th grade. Little Star Primary School is a private day school accredited by the State Board, ensuring that it provides a safe and nurturing environment for young learners to develop both academically and personally. The school's dedicated faculty and staff are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching educational experience for all students.
Children Academy is a Private Day School accredited with State Board. Academic session is from April to March. Place an enquiry to know more.
Common questions about this role
How much experience do I need for this Chess Coach — Little Star Primary School role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
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.
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.
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.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
About Little Star Primary School
Little Star Primary School is a well-established co-educational institution situated in the vibrant area of Bansdroni in Kolkata. The school prides itself on following the ICSE curriculum, offering a comprehensive and holistic education to children from nursery through to 5th grade. Little Star Primary School is a private day school accredited by the State Board, ensuring that it provides a safe and nurturing environment for young learners to develop both academically and personally. The school's dedicated faculty and staff are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching educational experience for all students. Children Academy is a Private Day School accredited with State Board. Academic session is from April to March. Place an enquiry to know more.
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