Chess Coach — St. John The Baptist Kindergarten Opening — St. John The Baptist Kindergarten, Thane

St. John The Baptist Kindergarten
Thane, Maharashtrapart-time₹1.5L – ₹2.4L / yrState Board1–5 yrs expPosted 2d ago

Key facts

Role
Chess Coach — St. John The Baptist Kindergarten
School
St. John The Baptist Kindergarten
City
Thane
State
Maharashtra
Board
State Board
School type
Day School
Employment type
Part Time
Salary
₹1.5L – ₹2.4L per year
Experience
1–5 years
Posted
19 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1930

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Job description

Overview

St. John The Baptist Kindergarten, a State Board school in Thane, 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: The school motto is “VIRILITER AGE-STRIVE MANFULLY”It invites students to cultivate a positive attitude to life, a never failing optimism and dauntless hope, despite the circumstances of life. One of the best schools in Thane West encourages students to be cheerful themselves as well asspread cheer around. It requires that one looks for the good in self and in others and that one be more ready to build than to destroy.The Motto suggests a courageous and dynamic perceptive to life that will spur students on, beckoning them to leave behind all that may dampen their spirits on life’s way. In short, it calls for a ceaseless striving to ever forge ahead, bearing the torch of Truth, Purity, Courage and Industry.

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.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

Are meals provided at school?

Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.

About St. John The Baptist Kindergarten

The school motto is “VIRILITER AGE-STRIVE MANFULLY”It invites students to cultivate a positive attitude to life, a never failing optimism and dauntless hope, despite the circumstances of life. One of the best schools in Thane West encourages students to be cheerful themselves as well asspread cheer around. It requires that one looks for the good in self and in others and that one be more ready to build than to destroy.The Motto suggests a courageous and dynamic perceptive to life that will spur students on, beckoning them to leave behind all that may dampen their spirits on life’s way. In short, it calls for a ceaseless striving to ever forge ahead, bearing the torch of Truth, Purity, Courage and Industry.

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