Chess Coach — Orient Day School Vacancy at Orient Day School, Kolkata
Orient Day SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Orient Day School
- School
- Orient Day School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.2L – ₹3.3L per year
- Experience
- 1–4 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Orient Day School, a CISCE 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: Orient Day School is a recognised, English Medium, Co-educational Institution (ICSE & ISC), the chief aim of which is to give its students a sound moral education, whilst devoting special attention to their intellectual development.The school strives to build up sound character of the students and help them to be worthy citizens of India to bear the torch of nationality and freedom. The School aims at imparting perfect education to the students, infusing in them a good sense of discipline as well as helping them to develop the essential virtues of humanity. The entire system of education is based on developing the noble character of students and inspiring them with true love for humanity and morality.
Common questions about this role
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.
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 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.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
What is the salary for this Chess Coach — Orient Day School 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.
About Orient Day School
Orient Day School is a recognised, English Medium, Co-educational Institution (ICSE & ISC), the chief aim of which is to give its students a sound moral education, whilst devoting special attention to their intellectual development.The school strives to build up sound character of the students and help them to be worthy citizens of India to bear the torch of nationality and freedom. The School aims at imparting perfect education to the students, infusing in them a good sense of discipline as well as helping them to develop the essential virtues of humanity. The entire system of education is based on developing the noble character of students and inspiring them with true love for humanity and morality.
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