Chess Coach
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Key facts
- Role
- Chess Coach
- School
- Sree Neelakanta Vidya Peedom
- City
- Thiruvananthapuram
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Middle Class
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.8L – ₹4.8L per year
- Experience
- 4–7 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 27 Aug 2026
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Chess Coach
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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
Sree Neelakanta Vidya Peedom is recruiting a Chess Coach in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. Sree Neelakanta Vidya Peedom in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala functions as a middle school institution — a CBSE-affiliated school. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Context: the Chess Coach reports into the Sports Incharge and works with other coaches and PE teachers. Full-time, on a defined practice and match calendar. Responsibilities:
- Plan and conduct structured practice sessions for the assigned discipline.
- Identify and develop talent across age groups; select squads.
- Prepare students for inter-school, district, and state events.
- Maintain attendance, fitness, and performance records for every player.
- Ensure equipment safety and follow injury-prevention protocols. Ideal candidate — you have:
- A solid playing background and recognised coaching credentials.
- Patience to build foundational skills with younger students.
- Ambition to take senior teams into competitive arenas.
- Strong communication with players, parents, and leadership.
- A safety-first mindset on the field and in the gym. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹3.8 LPA – ₹4.8 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Sree Neelakanta Vidya Peedom. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
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Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Sree Neelakanta Vidya Peedom
Key facts about Sree Neelakanta Vidya Peedom
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Middle Class
- Principal
- V G RAMACHANDRA KURUP
- Affiliation #
- 930207
Sree Neelakanta Vidya Peedom is a middle class affiliated to CBSE, located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
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