Chess Coach

BKCC Black Knight Chess Center; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

BKCC Black Knight Chess Center in Bengaluru seeks a dedicated Chess Coach to deliver in-person training across ages and skill levels. You will plan lessons, explain openings and strategies, analyze games, provide feedback, and prepare students for tournaments, while fostering a positive learning environment.

This full-time, on-site role requires evenings or weekends as needed and a passion for developing strategic thinking and discipline through chess within a vibrant club community.

Qualifications

• Strong chess proficiency with openings, middlegame and endgames.
• Demonstrated coaching or teaching skills with lesson planning.
• Ability to adapt instruction for mixed-age groups and skill levels.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organizational and time-management abilities for class schedules.
• Experience in chess academies or coaching certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan lessons and explain key chess concepts and strategies.
• Analyze games and provide individualized feedback.
• Prepare students for tournaments and competitive play.
• Monitor progress and maintain a positive training environment.
• Collaborate with the team to refine curricula and organize events.
• Manage sessions during evenings or weekends as needed.

Skills

Chess proficiency

Coaching skills

Lesson planning

Communication

Organization

Scheduling flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Company Description

Black Knight Chess Center (BKCC), based in Bengaluru, is one of the city’s fastest-growing hubs for chess excellence, focused on nurturing talent across all age groups. The center promotes classical chess and emphasizes strategic thinking, discipline, and focus as core values developed through the game. BKCC offers structured training programs and access to competitive opportunities for aspiring and experienced players. The team is committed to making high-quality chess coaching both accessible and impactful, while fostering a vibrant, supportive community of chess enthusiasts.

Role Description

The Chess Coach will deliver structured, in-person coaching sessions to learners of varying skill levels, from beginners to advanced players, at BKCC’s Bengaluru center. Day-to-day responsibilities include planning lessons, explaining key concepts and strategies, analyzing games, providing individualized feedback, and preparing students for tournaments and competitive play. The role also involves monitoring player progress, maintaining a positive and inclusive training environment, and collaborating with the BKCC team to refine curricula and organize chess events. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Bengaluru, requiring regular weekday and occasional weekend availability aligned with class and tournament schedules.

Qualifications

• Strong chess proficiency, with a solid understanding of openings, middlegame strategy, and endgame techniques; prior competitive or tournament experience is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated coaching or teaching skills, including lesson planning, game analysis, and the ability to adapt instruction to different age groups and skill levels.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate learners, provide constructive feedback, and maintain a respectful, inclusive environment.
• Organizational and time-management abilities to manage class schedules, track learner progress, and support tournament preparation and logistics.
• Prior experience in chess academies, schools, or training centers is an advantage; chess coaching certifications or titles (e.g., FIDE, national federation) are a plus.
• Comfort working full time in an on-site setting in Bengaluru, with flexibility for sessions during evenings or weekends as needed.
• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline preferred, or equivalent relevant experience in coaching, education, or professional chess.