Hyderabad: Chess Coach — Shums The School Job at Shums The School
Shums The SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Shums The School
- School
- Shums The School
- City
- Hyderabad
- State
- Telangana
- Board
- No Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.4L – ₹5.7L per year
- Experience
- 4–9 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Shums The School, a No Board school in Hyderabad, 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:
Located in Potti Sriramulu Nagar, Masab Tank, Shums The School is known for its commitment to holistic education. The school caters to students from Toddler level up to Class 5, with English as the medium of instruction. It emphasizes not only academic excellence but also character development, encouraging children to make independent decisions while balancing freedom with responsibility
Common questions about this role
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 this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
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.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most NO BOARD schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
About Shums The School
Located in Potti Sriramulu Nagar, Masab Tank, Shums The School is known for its commitment to holistic education. The school caters to students from Toddler level up to Class 5, with English as the medium of instruction. It emphasizes not only academic excellence but also character development, encouraging children to make independent decisions while balancing freedom with responsibility
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