Chess Coach
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Key facts
- Role
- Chess Coach
- School
- Sofiya International School
- City
- Saharanpur
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹4.2L – ₹4.3L per year
- Experience
- 2–6 years
- Posted
- 23 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 9 Aug 2026
Chess Coach
at Sofiya International School
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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
Sofiya International School in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh is seeking a Chess Coach who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. School profile: Sofiya International School in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh — a senior secondary setup, established 2020, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Role: as Chess Coach, you design and run the school's sports programme for assigned levels — practice sessions, competition prep, talent development, and player safety at every step. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹4.2 LPA – ₹4.3 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Sofiya International School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Sofiya International School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
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.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Sofiya International School
Key facts about Sofiya International School
- Founded
- 2020
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- MANOJ KUMAR AWASTHI
- Affiliation #
- 2133811
Sofiya International School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2020, located in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh.
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