Chess Coach — Pragati Public School Opening — Pragati Public School, Ghaziabad

Pragati Public School
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradeshpart-time₹2.4L – ₹6.0L / yrState Board2–6 yrs expPosted 9d ago

Key facts

Role
Chess Coach — Pragati Public School
School
Pragati Public School
City
Ghaziabad
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
State Board
School type
Day School
Employment type
Part Time
Salary
₹2.4L – ₹6.0L per year
Experience
2–6 years
Posted
12 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School

Job description

Overview

Day to day, the Chess Coach — Pragati Public School at Pragati Public School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.

Pragati Public School, a State Board school in Ghaziabad, 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: Pragati Public School is a State Board Day School in Loni, Ghaziabad.

What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Pragati Public School

Run sport-specific drills, prepare squads for tournaments, manage equipment and ensure safe-play protocols.

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.

Common questions about this role

Is there a probation period?

Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.

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.

What is the salary for this Chess Coach — Pragati Public 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.

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's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

About Pragati Public School

Pragati Public School is a day school affiliated to State Board, located in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh.

Pragati Public School is a State Board Day School in Loni, Ghaziabad.

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