Chess Coach — The Cathedral and John Connon School Vacancy at The Cathedral and John Connon School, Mumbai
The Cathedral and John Connon SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — The Cathedral and John Connon School
- School
- The Cathedral and John Connon School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹4.9L – ₹6.6L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 1 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Mumbai, Maharashtra — a fresh opening for a Chess Coach — The Cathedral and John Connon School at The Cathedral and John Connon School. Curriculum: ICSE. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
The Cathedral and John Connon School, a ICSE 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
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What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — The Cathedral and John Connon School
Run sport-specific drills, prepare squads for tournaments, manage equipment and ensure safe-play protocols.
Working in an ICSE school
Working in an ICSE/ISC setting means deeper unit-wise content, more written work and clear assessment rubrics.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
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
How much experience do I need for this Chess Coach — The Cathedral and John Connon School role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
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Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most ICSE/ISC schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
The Cathedral and John Connon School follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
About The Cathedral and John Connon School
The Cathedral and John Connon School is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1860, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
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