Lucknow: Chess Coach — New Day Academy Job at New Day Academy
New Day AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — New Day Academy
- School
- New Day Academy
- City
- Lucknow
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- No Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.4L – ₹6.0L per year
- Experience
- 2–6 years
- Posted
- 19 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Chess Coach — New Day Academy at New Day Academy , Lucknow. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. Curriculum: NO BOARD. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
New Day Academy , a No Board school in Lucknow, 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: New Day Academy is a No Board Day School in Nilmatha, Lucknow.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — New Day Academy
Deliver PE curriculum, coach at least one squad, organise Sports Day and partner with external coaches when needed.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Lucknow
Lucknow has a strong ICSE and CBSE base and is one of UP's largest hiring markets for school staff.
Common questions about this role
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.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most NO BOARD schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
About New Day Academy
New Day Academy is a day school affiliated to No Board, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
New Day Academy is a No Board Day School in Nilmatha, Lucknow.
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