St. Francis' College is hiring a Chess Coach — St. Francis' College in Lucknow
St. Francis' CollegeKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — St. Francis' College
- School
- St. Francis' College
- City
- Lucknow
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.6L – ₹4.9L per year
- Experience
- 1–6 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Chess Coach — St. Francis' College at St. Francis' College, Lucknow. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. Curriculum: ICSE. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
St. Francis' College, a ICSE school in Lucknow, 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: St. Francis' College is a ICSE Day School in Hazratganj, Lucknow.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — St. Francis' College
Plan PE periods, coach school teams, organise inter-house and inter-school events, and own student physical-fitness benchmarks.
Working in an ICSE school
Working in an ICSE/ISC setting means deeper unit-wise content, more written work and clear assessment rubrics.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
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
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
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 long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
About St. Francis' College
St. Francis' College is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1885, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
St. Francis' College is a ICSE Day School in Hazratganj, Lucknow.
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