Chess Coach — Our Lady of Vailankanni High School Opening — Our Lady of Vailankanni High School, Mumbai
Our Lady of Vailankanni High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Our Lady of Vailankanni High School
- School
- Our Lady of Vailankanni High School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.3L – ₹4.3L per year
- Experience
- 4–6 years
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the Chess Coach — Our Lady of Vailankanni High School at Our Lady of Vailankanni High School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 44+ years. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
Our Lady of Vailankanni High School, 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: Our Lady of Vailankanni High School is a State Board Day School in Borivali West, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Our Lady of Vailankanni High School
Deliver PE curriculum, coach at least one squad, organise Sports Day and partner with external coaches when needed.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
This is a state-board school — expect bilingual delivery, state syllabus alignment and locally rooted curriculum context.
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
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.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Our Lady of Vailankanni High School follows the state-board curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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 qualifications are required for a Chess Coach — Our Lady of Vailankanni High School?
Most Chess Coach — Our Lady of Vailankanni High School 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.
About Our Lady of Vailankanni High School
Our Lady of Vailankanni High School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1982, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Our Lady of Vailankanni High School is a State Board Day School in Borivali West, Mumbai.
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