Chess Coach
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Key facts
- Role
- Chess Coach
- School
- Pintoo Memorial Surya Academy
- City
- Lucknow
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹4.0L – ₹4.3L per year
- Experience
- 3–5 years
- Posted
- 17 May 2026
- Closing date
- 23 Jul 2026
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Chess Coach
at Pintoo Memorial Surya Academy
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
An opening for a Chess Coach in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh at Pintoo Memorial Surya Academy. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. School profile: Pintoo Memorial Surya Academy in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh — a senior secondary setup, established 2010, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. About the role: the Chess Coach owns the schedule for the assigned discipline — structured coaching, talent identification, fitness conditioning, and active part in school sports days and competitions. What you will do:
- Design season-long training plans and adjust based on progress.
- Coach teams for matches and tournaments.
- Work on individual skill development for high-potential players.
- Support sports day and inter-house competitions.
- Maintain sports infrastructure and report issues early. Candidate requirements:
- Trained coach with a structured approach to skill and fitness.
- Experience taking teams to inter-school, district, or state events.
- Comfortable with mixed age groups and varying skill levels.
- Calm, firm, and approachable with students and parents.
- Willing to commit to morning/evening schedules through the season. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹4.0 LPA – ₹4.3 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Pintoo Memorial Surya Academy. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
What questions are asked in a Chess Coach interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
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Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Pintoo Memorial Surya Academy
Key facts about Pintoo Memorial Surya Academy
- Founded
- 2010
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Poonam Khanna
- Affiliation #
- 2132052
Pintoo Memorial Surya Academy is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2010, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
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