Chess Coach
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Key facts
- Role
- Chess Coach
- School
- St. Thomas School
- City
- Mandsaur
- State
- Madhya Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹3.5L – ₹3.7L per year
- Experience
- 4–8 years
- Posted
- 29 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 6 Sept 2026
Chess Coach salary in Mandsaur — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
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Chess Coach
at St. Thomas School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 42+ years.
Job description
Overview
Join the faculty at St. Thomas School as a Chess Coach in Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. St. Thomas School, established 1984, is a senior secondary school in Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh — 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. What you will do:
- Design season-long training plans and adjust based on progress.
- Coach teams for matches and tournaments.
- Work on individual skill development for high-potential players.
- Support sports day and inter-house competitions.
- Maintain sports infrastructure and report issues early. Requirements:
- Graduate degree, ideally in Physical Education or the sport.
- NIS/equivalent certification and a strong personal playing record.
- Experience coaching school-age students for competitions.
- Understanding of fitness, injury prevention, and player safety.
- Energy, discipline, and the ability to motivate young athletes. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹3.5 LPA – ₹3.7 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for St. Thomas School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
St. Thomas School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Mandsaur), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
St. Thomas School
Key facts about St. Thomas School
- Founded
- 1984
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- SISTER ABHAYA
- Affiliation #
- 1030099
St. Thomas School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1984, located in Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh.
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Interview questions & answers for Chess Coach
Common questions Indian schools ask for Chess Coach roles in Mandsaur (CBSE panel) — with a short sample answer for each so you can walk in prepared.
1. How should I prepare for the demo lesson?
Plan a 20-25 minute segment aligned to the CBSE curriculum for the exact grade the school specifies. Include a clear objective, 2-3 questioning prompts, a short activity, and a closing check-for-understanding. Bring a printed lesson plan for the observer.
2. Tell me about yourself — how should I frame my self-introduction?
Keep it 60-90 seconds: start with your name and current role, then two or three highlights that map to the Chess Coach brief (qualifications, subject/level, standout achievement), and close with why St. Thomas School in particular. Avoid your personal life — schools evaluate structure and clarity here.
3. How should I discuss my notice period and joining date?
Be upfront and specific: last working day at current school, earliest realistic joining date, and any flexibility (early release, unpaid leave). Schools plan around academic calendars — a clear date wins over vague "as soon as possible".
4. What questions should I ask at the end?
Ask three: one about the team (department size, coordinator style), one about growth (PD budget, appraisal cadence), and one about the school (a specific programme). Avoid opening with leave/salary questions unless the panel invites them.
5. Why did you choose teaching as a career?
Anchor it in a specific moment — a mentor, a classroom win, or an impact story on a student. Panels want authenticity plus a link to the future ("that's why I want to work with Grade X at your school"), not a scripted "I love kids" answer.
6. How well do I need to know the CBSE syllabus?
Panels will probe unit-level familiarity. Skim the current CBSE scheme of work for your subject and grade, memorise two chapter names you'd be strongest teaching, and be ready to walk through the assessment pattern (weightings, project component, exam duration).