Chess Coach — SMES School Vacancy at SMES School, Mumbai
SMES SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — SMES School
- School
- SMES School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.8L – ₹5.5L per year
- Experience
- 3–6 years
- Posted
- 5 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
SMES School, a CBSE 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: The school is supported by revered and dedicated Management Members and Trustees who are our pillars of support who guide us to provide holistic quality education with the best of amenities and help us to achieve success in all our endeavours.
Common questions about this role
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
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.
How much experience do I need for this Chess Coach — SMES School role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
About SMES School
The school is supported by revered and dedicated Management Members and Trustees who are our pillars of support who guide us to provide holistic quality education with the best of amenities and help us to achieve success in all our endeavours.
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