Chess Coach

Applications are open for a Chess Coach at Serampore Vivekananda Academy in Hooghly, West Bengal. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. About the institution: Serampore Vivekananda Academy in Hooghly, West Bengal — a senior secondary setup, established 1985, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. What the role looks like: the Chess Coach runs regular practice sessions, plans a season-long calendar, grooms talent, and represents the school in district/state engagements. 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. Candidate requirements:
• Trained coach with a structured approach to skill and fitness.
• Experience taking teams to inter-school, district, or state events.
• Comfortable with mixed age groups and varying skill levels.
• Calm, firm, and approachable with students and parents.
• Willing to commit to morning/evening schedules through the season. Compensation and environment:
• Salary structured fairly across roles (₹3.6 LPA – ₹3.8 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. Submit your application here so Serampore Vivekananda Academy can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.