Chess Coach
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Overview
St.John's School Whitehall in Shillong, Meghalaya is accepting applications for a Chess Coach. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. St.John's School Whitehall, established 1974, is a secondary school in Shillong, Meghalaya — a State Board-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. What you will do:
- Design season-long training plans and adjust based on progress.
- Coach teams for matches and tournaments.
- Work on individual skill development for high-potential players.
- Support sports day and inter-house competitions.
- Maintain sports infrastructure and report issues early. Requirements:
- Graduate degree, ideally in Physical Education or the sport.
- NIS/equivalent certification and a strong personal playing record.
- Experience coaching school-age students for competitions.
- Understanding of fitness, injury prevention, and player safety.
- Energy, discipline, and the ability to motivate young athletes. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹2.7 LPA – ₹5.1 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by St.John's School Whitehall. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.