Chess Coach — Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce Vacancy at Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce, Mumbai
Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of CommerceKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce
- School
- Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.5L – ₹4.8L per year
- Experience
- 4–7 years
- Posted
- 3 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Chess Coach — Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce — Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce, Mumbai, Maharashtra. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 21+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce, a State Board school in Mumbai, 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: Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce is a State Board Day School in Malad East, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce
Run sport-specific drills, prepare squads for tournaments, manage equipment and ensure safe-play protocols.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Mumbai
Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.
Common questions about this role
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce follows the state-board curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
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.
How much experience do I need for this Chess Coach — Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce 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.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
About Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce
Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 2005, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce is a State Board Day School in Malad East, Mumbai.
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