Chess Coach
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Key facts
- Role
- Chess Coach
- School
- Red Rose School, Rajaji Puram Awas
- City
- Lucknow
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.9L – ₹7.7L per year
- Experience
- 4–7 years
- Posted
- 15 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 10 Aug 2026
Chess Coach salary in Lucknow — snapshot
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Chess Coach
at Red Rose School, Rajaji Puram Awas
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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
Red Rose School, Rajaji Puram Awas is looking for a Chess Coach in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Red Rose School, Rajaji Puram Awas in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh operates as a senior secondary school, established 1982, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- A solid playing background and recognised coaching credentials.
- Patience to build foundational skills with younger students.
- Ambition to take senior teams into competitive arenas.
- Strong communication with players, parents, and leadership.
- A safety-first mindset on the field and in the gym. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹3.9 LPA – ₹7.7 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Red Rose School, Rajaji Puram Awas receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a Chess Coach?
Most Chess Coach roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
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.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE Chess Coach job?
A CBSE-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
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 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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Red Rose School, Rajaji Puram Awas
Key facts about Red Rose School, Rajaji Puram Awas
- Founded
- 1982
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- AARTI CHATURVEDI
- Affiliation #
- 2130159
Red Rose School, Rajaji Puram Awas is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1982, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
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