Chess Coach — Springfields Academy Vacancy at Springfields Academy, Hooghly
Springfields AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Springfields Academy
- School
- Springfields Academy
- City
- Hooghly
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹1.8L – ₹3.0L per year
- Experience
- 1–5 years
- Posted
- 5 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Springfields Academy, a CISCE school in Hooghly, 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: Springfields Academy, Serampore, Hooghly District, West Bengal was founded in 2018. It is an English Medium School, established and administered by CDA Education Trust. It is proposed to be an ICSE affiliated school and lays its values on the foundation of the convent style of education. Vision: To ensure the holistic development of the child through a learning process specifically designed to meet the individual needs of each student. Mission: To render a secure, friendly, creative, motivating and nurturing environment while honing the academic, artistic and social skills of the students. For us it is imperative that the school be a place where a child is happy as we try to discover the genius in them.
Common questions about this role
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
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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.
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.
What qualifications are required for a Chess Coach — Springfields Academy?
Most Chess Coach — Springfields Academy 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.
About Springfields Academy
Springfields Academy, Serampore, Hooghly District, West Bengal was founded in 2018. It is an English Medium School, established and administered by CDA Education Trust. It is proposed to be an ICSE affiliated school and lays its values on the foundation of the convent style of education. Vision: To ensure the holistic development of the child through a learning process specifically designed to meet the individual needs of each student. Mission: To render a secure, friendly, creative, motivating and nurturing environment while honing the academic, artistic and social skills of the students. For us it is imperative that the school be a place where a child is happy as we try to discover the genius in them.
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