Chess Coach
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Key facts
- Role
- Chess Coach
- School
- PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya
- City
- Bhopal
- State
- Madhya Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.5L – ₹5.6L per year
- Experience
- 4–9 years
- Posted
- 21 May 2026
- Closing date
- 21 Jul 2026
Chess Coach salary in Bhopal — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Chess Coach
at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya
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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
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya requires a Chess Coach in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1977,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Position: as Chess Coach, you build the school's sporting culture. The role suits coaches who enjoy long-term player development as much as competitive results. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- A solid playing background and recognised coaching credentials.
- Patience to build foundational skills with younger students.
- Ambition to take senior teams into competitive arenas.
- Strong communication with players, parents, and leadership.
- A safety-first mindset on the field and in the gym. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹2.5 LPA – ₹5.6 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
What is the average Chess Coach salary in Bhopal?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Chess Coach roles in Bhopal. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
How much experience do I need for this Chess Coach 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.
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 Bhopal.
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.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
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.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya
Key facts about PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya
- Founded
- 1977
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- MANISH TULI
- Affiliation #
- 1000010
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1977, located in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.
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