Small Wonders is hiring a Chess Coach — Small Wonders in Mumbai
Small WondersKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Small Wonders
- School
- Small Wonders
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- Cambridge
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹4.4L – ₹6.4L per year
- Experience
- 1–3 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Small Wonders, a Cambridge school in Mumbai, 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: Small Wonders considers it a social responsibility to include all kids with different abilities and difficulties in their mainstream. Accordingly, a certain number of kids with special needs are consciously admitted and looked after by a team of experienced resource personnel.Currently, the admitted differently abled include Down’s Syndrome, slow Learners, spastic and autistic children. Depending on their individual levels, one to one support is provided by the special educators and psychologist. An occupational therapist looks after various acpects of restlessness, concentration and motor refinement. A speech therapist works on oro-motor and language skills. The psychologist often provides a behavioral modification programme, while the psychiatrist might suggest and supervise medication. Overall an attempt is made to actualize the potential of every child. For Children with different needs a tailor made curriculum is designed (IEP) based on the learning capability of the child
Common questions about this role
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
How do I apply for this Chess Coach — Small Wonders vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
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.
What is the salary for this Chess Coach — Small Wonders role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
About Small Wonders
Small Wonders considers it a social responsibility to include all kids with different abilities and difficulties in their mainstream. Accordingly, a certain number of kids with special needs are consciously admitted and looked after by a team of experienced resource personnel.Currently, the admitted differently abled include Down’s Syndrome, slow Learners, spastic and autistic children. Depending on their individual levels, one to one support is provided by the special educators and psychologist. An occupational therapist looks after various acpects of restlessness, concentration and motor refinement. A speech therapist works on oro-motor and language skills. The psychologist often provides a behavioral modification programme, while the psychiatrist might suggest and supervise medication. Overall an attempt is made to actualize the potential of every child. For Children with different needs a tailor made curriculum is designed (IEP) based on the learning capability of the child
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