Chess Coach
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Key facts
- Role
- Chess Coach
- School
- Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Saharpada
- City
- Keonjhar
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.6L – ₹6.6L per year
- Experience
- 3–6 years
- Posted
- 22 May 2026
- Closing date
- 15 Jul 2026
Chess Coach salary in Keonjhar — snapshot
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Chess Coach
at Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Saharpada
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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
An opening for a Chess Coach in Keonjhar, Odisha at Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Saharpada. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. About Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Saharpada in Keonjhar, Odisha: a senior secondary institution, established 2016, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. About the role: the Chess Coach owns the schedule for the assigned discipline — structured coaching, talent identification, fitness conditioning, and active part in school sports days and competitions. Day to day, you will:
- Run morning/evening practice as per the published schedule.
- Lead warm-ups, drills, conditioning, and game-situation training.
- Track player progress and share updates with parents.
- Coordinate with the Sports Incharge on travel, kit, and event logistics.
- Maintain a safe, disciplined practice environment. Requirements:
- Graduate degree, ideally in Physical Education or the sport.
- NIS/equivalent certification and a strong personal playing record.
- Experience coaching school-age students for competitions.
- Understanding of fitness, injury prevention, and player safety.
- Energy, discipline, and the ability to motivate young athletes. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹3.6 LPA – ₹6.6 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Saharpada reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
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.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
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.
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.
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 Keonjhar.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Saharpada
Key facts about Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Saharpada
- Founded
- 2016
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Nrushingh Nath Parida
- Affiliation #
- 1520068
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Saharpada is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Keonjhar, Odisha.
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