The Master & Thunderbird Preschool is hiring a Chess Coach — The Master & Thunderbird Preschool in Kolkata
The Master & Thunderbird PreschoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — The Master & Thunderbird Preschool
- School
- The Master & Thunderbird Preschool
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹4.2L – ₹5.5L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 31 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
The Master & Thunderbird Preschool (Kolkata, West Bengal) is inviting applications for a Chess Coach — The Master & Thunderbird Preschool. Curriculum: CBSE. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
The Master & Thunderbird Preschool, a CBSE 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
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What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — The Master & Thunderbird Preschool
Deliver PE curriculum, coach at least one squad, organise Sports Day and partner with external coaches when needed.
Working in a CBSE school
As a CBSE-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
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
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
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.
About The Master & Thunderbird Preschool
The Master & Thunderbird Preschool is a day school affiliated to CBSE, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
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