Chess Coach — Nalanda Vidyapeeth Opening — Nalanda Vidyapeeth, Kolkata
Nalanda VidyapeethKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Nalanda Vidyapeeth
- School
- Nalanda Vidyapeeth
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.8L – ₹5.6L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 5 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Nalanda Vidyapeeth, 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: Nalanda Vidyapeeth is a highly esteemed co-educational institution renowned for its adherence to the ICSE curriculum. The school is dedicated to providing comprehensive educational services catering to students from nursery through 5th grade. One of its distinguishing features is the maintenance of a low student-teacher ratio of 6:1, ensuring personalized attention and support for every student.
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 non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
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.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
About Nalanda Vidyapeeth
Nalanda Vidyapeeth is a highly esteemed co-educational institution renowned for its adherence to the ICSE curriculum. The school is dedicated to providing comprehensive educational services catering to students from nursery through 5th grade. One of its distinguishing features is the maintenance of a low student-teacher ratio of 6:1, ensuring personalized attention and support for every student.
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