Chess Coach
at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 2, Officer's Colony Kancharapara · North 24-pargana · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- Chess Coach
- School
- PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 2, Officer's Colony Kancharapara
- City
- North 24-pargana
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.7L – ₹5.4L per year
- Experience
- 3–8 years
- Posted
- 30 May 2026
- Closing date
- 2 Aug 2026
Chess Coach salary in North 24-pargana — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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- 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
Applications are open for a Chess Coach at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 2, Officer's Colony Kancharapara in North 24-pargana, West Bengal. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 2, Officer's Colony Kancharapara in North 24-pargana, West Bengal operates as a senior secondary school, established 1986, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Details: a hands-on coaching role with clear deliverables — fitness, technique, match performance, and safety. Sessions are planned and player progress documented. Responsibilities:
- Plan and conduct structured practice sessions for the assigned discipline.
- Identify and develop talent across age groups; select squads.
- Prepare students for inter-school, district, and state events.
- Maintain attendance, fitness, and performance records for every player.
- Ensure equipment safety and follow injury-prevention protocols. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹2.7 LPA – ₹5.4 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Complete your application via the button on this listing so PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 2, Officer's Colony Kancharapara receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
Can I negotiate the salary at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 2, Officer's Colony Kancharapara?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
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.
What qualifications are required for a Chess Coach?
Most Chess Coach 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.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
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 North 24-pargana.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
What is the salary for this Chess Coach 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.
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 is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
What is the average Chess Coach salary in North 24-pargana?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Chess Coach roles in North 24-pargana. 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.
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Role details
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- 3
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Key facts about PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 2, Officer's Colony Kancharapara
- Founded
- 1986
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Sandeep Kumar Shrivastva
- Affiliation #
- 2400035
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 2, Officer's Colony Kancharapara is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1986, located in North 24-pargana, West Bengal.
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