Chess Coach
at Merry Land Convent School, Mandi Dabwali Distt. Sirsa · Sirsa · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- Chess Coach
- School
- Merry Land Convent School, Mandi Dabwali Distt. Sirsa
- City
- Sirsa
- State
- Haryana
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Middle Class
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.1L – ₹5.2L per year
- Experience
- 4–7 years
- Posted
- 30 May 2026
- Closing date
- 20 Jul 2026
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Chess Coach
at Merry Land Convent School, Mandi Dabwali Distt. Sirsa
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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 Merry Land Convent School, Mandi Dabwali Distt. Sirsa in Sirsa, Haryana as our next Chess Coach. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Merry Land Convent School, Mandi Dabwali Distt. Sirsa is a middle school school in Sirsa, Haryana — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. Responsibilities:
- Plan and conduct structured practice sessions for the assigned discipline.
- Identify and develop talent across age groups; select squads.
- Prepare students for inter-school, district, and state events.
- Maintain attendance, fitness, and performance records for every player.
- Ensure equipment safety and follow injury-prevention protocols. Ideal candidate — you have:
- A solid playing background and recognised coaching credentials.
- Patience to build foundational skills with younger students.
- Ambition to take senior teams into competitive arenas.
- Strong communication with players, parents, and leadership.
- A safety-first mindset on the field and in the gym. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹3.1 LPA – ₹5.2 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Merry Land Convent School, Mandi Dabwali Distt. Sirsa. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE Chess Coach job?
Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
What qualifications are required for a Chess Coach?
Most Chess Coach roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
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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 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 Sirsa.
Requirements & role details
Role details
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- 1
Merry Land Convent School, Mandi Dabwali Distt. Sirsa
Key facts about Merry Land Convent School, Mandi Dabwali Distt. Sirsa
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Middle Class
- Principal
- BRIJ ANAND
- Affiliation #
- 530767
Merry Land Convent School, Mandi Dabwali Distt. Sirsa is a middle class affiliated to CBSE, located in Sirsa, Haryana.
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