Pune: Chess Coach — Vidya Bhavan High School and Junior College Job at Vidya Bhavan High School and Junior College
Vidya Bhavan High School and Junior CollegeKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Vidya Bhavan High School and Junior College
- School
- Vidya Bhavan High School and Junior College
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹4.5L – ₹6.3L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 2 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Vidya Bhavan High School and Junior College, a CBSE school in Pune, 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: Established in 1969, Vidya Bhavan High School and Junior College is a reputed English-medium, co-educational day school in Shivajinagar, Pune. Affiliated to the State Board, the school offers education up to Class 5 and maintains a strong student-teacher ratio of 30:1. With a focus on holistic development, the school runs from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM and follows an academic session from April to March. It also offers scholarships and emphasizes academic excellence, character building, and extracurricular participation.
Common questions about this role
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
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.
About Vidya Bhavan High School and Junior College
Established in 1969, Vidya Bhavan High School and Junior College is a reputed English-medium, co-educational day school in Shivajinagar, Pune. Affiliated to the State Board, the school offers education up to Class 5 and maintains a strong student-teacher ratio of 30:1. With a focus on holistic development, the school runs from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM and follows an academic session from April to March. It also offers scholarships and emphasizes academic excellence, character building, and extracurricular participation.
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