Chess Coach — Sree Neelakanta Vidya Peedom, Thiruvananthapuram

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.