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Chess Coach

₹2.8L – ₹6.0L / yr3–7 yrsCloses 4 Sept
Ernakulam, Keralafull-timePosted 10d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Chess Coach
School
St Johns Public School
City
Ernakulam
State
Kerala
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹2.8L – ₹6.0L per year
Experience
3–7 years
Posted
22 Jun 2026
Closing date
4 Sept 2026
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Chess Coach

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  • 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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join St Johns Public School in Ernakulam, Kerala as our next Chess Coach. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. St Johns Public School, established 1993, is a senior secondary school in Ernakulam, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Position: as Chess Coach, you build the school's sporting culture. The role suits coaches who enjoy long-term player development as much as competitive results. Day to day, you will:

  • Run morning/evening practice as per the published schedule.
  • Lead warm-ups, drills, conditioning, and game-situation training.
  • Track player progress and share updates with parents.
  • Coordinate with the Sports Incharge on travel, kit, and event logistics.
  • Maintain a safe, disciplined practice environment. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹2.8 LPA – ₹6.0 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the St Johns Public School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.

Are meals provided at school?

Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.

What qualifications are required for a Chess Coach?

Most Chess Coach 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.

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What non-teaching duties are expected?

Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.

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About the school

St Johns Public School

Key facts about St Johns Public School

Key facts
Founded
1993
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
RITHU ROY PITT
Affiliation #
930400
Address
SOUTH PARAVOOR PO ERNAKULAM KERALA, South Paravoor, Ernakulam, Kerala, 682307

St Johns Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1993, located in Ernakulam, Kerala.

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