Chess Coach
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Key facts
- Role
- Chess Coach
- School
- Mahalashmi School
- City
- Karaikal
- State
- Puducherry
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.3L – ₹3.8L per year
- Experience
- 3–6 years
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 21 Aug 2026
Chess Coach
at Mahalashmi School
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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
Join Mahalashmi School in Karaikal, Puducherry as our next Chess Coach. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About Mahalashmi School in Karaikal, Puducherry: a senior secondary institution, established 2008, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹2.3 LPA – ₹3.8 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Mahalashmi School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
What is the salary for this Chess Coach role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
Where exactly is Mahalashmi School located?
The school is in Karaikal, Puducherry. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Mahalashmi School
Key facts about Mahalashmi School
- Founded
- 2008
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- RAMAKRISHNAN D
- Affiliation #
- 2930009
Mahalashmi School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2008, located in Karaikal, Puducherry.
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