Chess Coach — St. Mary's Inter College Opening — St. Mary's Inter College, Lucknow
St. Mary's Inter CollegeKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — St. Mary's Inter College
- School
- St. Mary's Inter College
- City
- Lucknow
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.8L – ₹4.9L per year
- Experience
- 1–6 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Chess Coach — St. Mary's Inter College — St. Mary's Inter College, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: CBSE. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
St. Mary's Inter College, a CBSE 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. Mary's Inter College is a CBSE Day School in Chinhat, Lucknow.
What you'll handle as a Chess Coach — St. Mary's Inter College
Plan PE periods, coach school teams, organise inter-house and inter-school events, and own student physical-fitness benchmarks.
Working in a CBSE school
CBSE schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy.
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.
What qualifications are required for a Chess Coach — St. Mary's Inter College?
Most Chess Coach — St. Mary's Inter College roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
How much experience do I need for this Chess Coach — St. Mary's Inter College 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.
About St. Mary's Inter College
St. Mary's Inter College is a day school affiliated to CBSE, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
St. Mary's Inter College is a CBSE Day School in Chinhat, Lucknow.
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