Mumbai: Chess Coach — St. Joseph's High School Job at St. Joseph's High School
St. Joseph's High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — St. Joseph's High School
- School
- St. Joseph's High School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.3L – ₹5.2L per year
- Experience
- 1–4 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
St. Joseph's High School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Chess Coach — St. Joseph's High School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. The school has been running for 21+ years. Curriculum: CBSE. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
St. Joseph's High School, a CBSE school in Mumbai, 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: St. Joseph's High School is a CBSE Day School in Dombivli East, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — St. Joseph's High School
Plan PE periods, coach school teams, organise inter-house and inter-school events, and own student physical-fitness benchmarks.
Working in a CBSE school
This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Mumbai
Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.
Common questions about this role
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
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.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
What qualifications are required for a Chess Coach — St. Joseph's High School?
Most Chess Coach — St. Joseph's High School 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.
About St. Joseph's High School
St. Joseph's High School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2005, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
St. Joseph's High School is a CBSE Day School in Dombivli East, Mumbai.
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