Chess Coach
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Key facts
- Role
- Chess Coach
- School
- Sainik School Sambalpur
- City
- Sambalpur
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.1L – ₹3.9L per year
- Experience
- 2–7 years
- Posted
- 27 May 2026
- Closing date
- 29 Jul 2026
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Chess Coach
at Sainik School Sambalpur
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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
A vacancy has opened for a Chess Coach at Sainik School Sambalpur in Sambalpur, Odisha. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. Sainik School Sambalpur, established 2019, is a senior secondary school in Sambalpur, Odisha — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Context: the Chess Coach reports into the Sports Incharge and works with other coaches and PE teachers. Full-time, on a defined practice and match calendar. What you will do:
- Design season-long training plans and adjust based on progress.
- Coach teams for matches and tournaments.
- Work on individual skill development for high-potential players.
- Support sports day and inter-house competitions.
- Maintain sports infrastructure and report issues early. 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 (₹3.1 LPA – ₹3.9 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Sainik School Sambalpur receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
How do I write an application email for this Chess Coach role?
Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.
What questions are asked in a Chess Coach interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
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Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Sainik School Sambalpur
Key facts about Sainik School Sambalpur
- Founded
- 2019
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Lt Col Alok Kumar
- Affiliation #
- 1520405
Sainik School Sambalpur is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2019, located in Sambalpur, Odisha.
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