Chess Coach — Shantiratna English Medium School Vacancy at Shantiratna English Medium School, Pune
Shantiratna English Medium SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Shantiratna English Medium School
- School
- Shantiratna English Medium School
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.7L – ₹5.7L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the Chess Coach — Shantiratna English Medium School at Shantiratna English Medium School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. The school has been running for 28+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Shantiratna English Medium School, a State Board school in Pune, 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: Shantiratna English Medium School is a State Board Day School in Bhosari, Pune.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Shantiratna English Medium School
Run sport-specific drills, prepare squads for tournaments, manage equipment and ensure safe-play protocols.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Pune
Pune has a healthy mix of CBSE, ICSE and IB schools, with strong demand around the academic-year onboarding cycle.
Common questions about this role
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
What qualifications are required for a Chess Coach — Shantiratna English Medium School?
Most Chess Coach — Shantiratna English Medium School 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.
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.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
About Shantiratna English Medium School
Shantiratna English Medium School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1998, located in Pune, Maharashtra.
Shantiratna English Medium School is a State Board Day School in Bhosari, Pune.
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