Gurgaon: Chess Coach — Sherwood Convent School Job at Sherwood Convent School
Sherwood Convent SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Sherwood Convent School
- School
- Sherwood Convent School
- City
- Gurgaon
- State
- Haryana
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹4.1L – ₹5.6L per year
- Experience
- 3–5 years
- Posted
- 9 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Sherwood Convent School (Gurgaon, Haryana) is inviting applications for a Chess Coach — Sherwood Convent School. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 33+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Sherwood Convent School, a CBSE school in Gurgaon, 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: Sherwood Convent School is a CBSE Day School in DLF Phase II, Gurgaon.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — Sherwood Convent School
Deliver PE curriculum, coach at least one squad, organise Sports Day and partner with external coaches when needed.
Working in a CBSE school
As a CBSE-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Gurgaon
Gurgaon (Gurugram) has a fast-growing cluster of international and IB schools, with competitive pay bands for experienced teachers.
Common questions about this role
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
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.
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.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
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.
About Sherwood Convent School
Sherwood Convent School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1993, located in Gurgaon, Haryana.
Sherwood Convent School is a CBSE Day School in DLF Phase II, Gurgaon.
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