Chess Coach — St. Joseph College Opening — St. Joseph College, Lucknow
St. Joseph CollegeKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — St. Joseph College
- School
- St. Joseph College
- City
- Lucknow
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.6L – ₹4.8L per year
- Experience
- 1–6 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Chess Coach — St. Joseph College — St. Joseph College, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: ICSE. The school has been running for 39+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
St. Joseph 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. Joseph College is a ICSE Day School in Aliganj, Lucknow.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — St. Joseph College
Deliver PE curriculum, coach at least one squad, organise Sports Day and partner with external coaches when needed.
Working in an ICSE 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 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.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
How do I apply for this Chess Coach — St. Joseph College vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
About St. Joseph College
St. Joseph College is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1987, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
St. Joseph College is a ICSE Day School in Aliganj, Lucknow.
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