Chess Coach — Shahu Highschool Vacancy at Shahu Highschool, Pune
Shahu HighschoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Shahu Highschool
- School
- Shahu Highschool
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.2L – ₹4.9L per year
- Experience
- 3–7 years
- Posted
- 9 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Shahu Highschool, a State Board school in Pune, 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: Shahu Highschool is a co‑educational institution affiliated with the Maharashtra State Board, offering education from upper primary through higher secondary levels (typically Grades 5–12). Situated in a rural area of Baramati, it serves a broad student base with Marathi as the primary medium of instruction. The school provides facilities such as a library with over 23,000 books, playground space, drinking water, separate toilets for boys and girls, ramps for students with disabilities, and computer resources including desktops and laptops. A midday meal program is provided on campus to support students’ nutritional needs. The school's campus comprises a private building with approximately 12 classrooms and employs around 46–48 teachers, maintaining a student‑teacher ratio around 30–41:1. It emphasizes both academic and extracurricular development within the local community context.
Common questions about this role
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
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 are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
About Shahu Highschool
Shahu Highschool is a co‑educational institution affiliated with the Maharashtra State Board, offering education from upper primary through higher secondary levels (typically Grades 5–12). Situated in a rural area of Baramati, it serves a broad student base with Marathi as the primary medium of instruction. The school provides facilities such as a library with over 23,000 books, playground space, drinking water, separate toilets for boys and girls, ramps for students with disabilities, and computer resources including desktops and laptops. A midday meal program is provided on campus to support students’ nutritional needs. The school's campus comprises a private building with approximately 12 classrooms and employs around 46–48 teachers, maintaining a student‑teacher ratio around 30–41:1. It emphasizes both academic and extracurricular development within the local community context.
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