Kolkata: Chess Coach — St. Thomas Memorial School Job at St. Thomas Memorial School
St. Thomas Memorial SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — St. Thomas Memorial School
- School
- St. Thomas Memorial School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.1L – ₹4.6L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 14 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
St. Thomas Memorial School, a State Board school in Kolkata, 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: As a part of the educational venture of the St. Thomas Orthodox Church society, a humble beginning was made with a handful of students, within the premises of the Church. Later, a plot was purchased for the school in 1988. By 1990, St. Thomas School, Sahibabad was established. The construction of the new building was completed in 1992. In 1996, the school got affiliated to the C.B.S.E. The institution has successfully maintained a good reputation with cent percent result and a commendable number of distinctions in the C.B.S.E. Board Examination. It has strength of 1800 children and 75 staff members.
Common questions about this role
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
How much experience do I need for this Chess Coach — St. Thomas Memorial School role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
About St. Thomas Memorial School
As a part of the educational venture of the St. Thomas Orthodox Church society, a humble beginning was made with a handful of students, within the premises of the Church. Later, a plot was purchased for the school in 1988. By 1990, St. Thomas School, Sahibabad was established. The construction of the new building was completed in 1992. In 1996, the school got affiliated to the C.B.S.E. The institution has successfully maintained a good reputation with cent percent result and a commendable number of distinctions in the C.B.S.E. Board Examination. It has strength of 1800 children and 75 staff members.
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