Chess Coach — The Future Foundation School Vacancy at The Future Foundation School, Kolkata
The Future Foundation SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — The Future Foundation School
- School
- The Future Foundation School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.8L – ₹4.4L per year
- Experience
- 4–8 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Chess Coach — The Future Foundation School — The Future Foundation School, Kolkata, West Bengal. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: CISCE. The school has been running for 54+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
The Future Foundation School, a CISCE 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: The Future Foundation School is a CISCE Day School in Regent Park, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — The Future Foundation School
Deliver PE curriculum, coach at least one squad, organise Sports Day and partner with external coaches when needed.
Working in a CISCE 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 Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a Chess Coach — The Future Foundation School?
Most Chess Coach — The Future Foundation 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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
The Future Foundation School follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
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.
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.
About The Future Foundation School
The Future Foundation School is a day school affiliated to CISCE, established in 1972, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
The Future Foundation School is a CISCE Day School in Regent Park, Kolkata.
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