Tennis Coach — Sherwood Academy Opening — Sherwood Academy, Lucknow
Sherwood AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Tennis Coach — Sherwood Academy
- School
- Sherwood Academy
- City
- Lucknow
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.3L – ₹5.2L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 9 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Tennis Coach — Sherwood Academy — Sherwood Academy, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. The school has been running for 37+ years. Curriculum: CISCE. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Sherwood Academy, a CISCE school in Lucknow, is hiring a Tennis 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: Sherwood Academy is a CISCE Day School in Indira Nagar, Lucknow.
What you'll handle as a Tennis Coach — Sherwood Academy
Deliver PE curriculum, coach at least one squad, organise Sports Day and partner with external coaches when needed.
Working in a CISCE school
ICSE/ISC schools prize depth of content, structured English-medium delivery and rigorous internal assessment cycles.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
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's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
How much experience do I need for this Tennis Coach — Sherwood Academy role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a part time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
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.
About Sherwood Academy
Sherwood Academy is a day school affiliated to CISCE, established in 1989, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
Sherwood Academy is a CISCE Day School in Indira Nagar, Lucknow.
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Perks
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