Chess Coach — Inky Palms Opening — Inky Palms, Hyderabad
Inky PalmsKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Inky Palms
- School
- Inky Palms
- City
- Hyderabad
- State
- Telangana
- Board
- No Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.8L – ₹5.9L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Chess Coach — Inky Palms — Inky Palms, Hyderabad, Telangana. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: NO BOARD. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Inky Palms, a No Board school in Hyderabad, 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: Inky Palms is a No Board Day School in Financial District, Hyderabad.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Inky Palms
Run sport-specific drills, prepare squads for tournaments, manage equipment and ensure safe-play protocols.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Hyderabad
Hyderabad's K-12 market is anchored by large CBSE chains and a growing international-school segment.
Common questions about this role
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Inky Palms follows the NO BOARD curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
About Inky Palms
Inky Palms is a day school affiliated to No Board, located in Hyderabad, Telangana.
Inky Palms is a No Board Day School in Financial District, Hyderabad.
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