Pathways School is hiring a Chess Coach — Pathways School in Gurgaon
Pathways SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Pathways School
- School
- Pathways School
- City
- Gurgaon
- State
- Haryana
- Board
- IB Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹5.7L – ₹8.6L per year
- Experience
- 4–7 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Pathways School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Chess Coach — Pathways School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. The school has been running for 16+ years. Curriculum: IB BOARD. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Pathways School, a IB Board school in Gurgaon, 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: Pathways School is a IB Board Day School in Baliawas, Gurgaon.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Pathways School
Plan PE periods, coach school teams, organise inter-house and inter-school events, and own student physical-fitness benchmarks.
Working in an IB BOARD school
IB classrooms run on PYP/MYP/DP frameworks: expect concept-driven units, student agency and structured reflection.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Gurgaon
Gurgaon (Gurugram) has a fast-growing cluster of international and IB schools, with competitive pay bands for experienced teachers.
Common questions about this role
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.
How do I apply for this Chess Coach — Pathways School vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
What qualifications are required for a Chess Coach — Pathways School?
Most Chess Coach — Pathways 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 Pathways School
Pathways School is a day school affiliated to IB Board, established in 2010, located in Gurgaon, Haryana.
Pathways School is a IB Board Day School in Baliawas, Gurgaon.
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