Chess Coach — St. Mark's Sr Sec. Public School Vacancy at St. Mark's Sr Sec. Public School, Delhi
St. Mark's Sr Sec. Public SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — St. Mark's Sr Sec. Public School
- School
- St. Mark's Sr Sec. Public School
- City
- Delhi
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.4L – ₹6.0L per year
- Experience
- 2–6 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
St. Mark's Sr Sec. Public School, a CBSE school in Delhi, 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:
Strive Today, Thrive Tomorrow
Keeping this maxim in mind the students of SMS are trained to handle curricular and co-curricular activities simultaneously. Special care is taken to instill self-discipline in their receptive minds. They are being schooled to become responsible leaders with a commitment to society.
Loyalty, Truth & Honour
Under the canopy of our school motto 'Loyalty, Truth and Honour', the staff and the management of St. Mark's endeavour, not only to enable students to compete with others for a place in professional outlets but also imbue them with social awareness, pride in their rich cultural heritage and a sense of responsibility.
Common questions about this role
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a part time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
About St. Mark's Sr Sec. Public School
Strive Today, Thrive Tomorrow Keeping this maxim in mind the students of SMS are trained to handle curricular and co-curricular activities simultaneously. Special care is taken to instill self-discipline in their receptive minds. They are being schooled to become responsible leaders with a commitment to society. Loyalty, Truth & Honour Under the canopy of our school motto 'Loyalty, Truth and Honour', the staff and the management of St. Mark's endeavour, not only to enable students to compete with others for a place in professional outlets but also imbue them with social awareness, pride in their rich cultural heritage and a sense of responsibility.
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