Lucknow: Chess Coach — Thomas Academy Job at Thomas Academy
Thomas AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Thomas Academy
- School
- Thomas Academy
- City
- Lucknow
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.6L – ₹4.3L per year
- Experience
- 3–8 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Thomas Academy, a State Board 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:
Thomas Academy School was established in Jankipuram Gardens area of Lucknow in the year 1994 by the Thomas Educational Christian Society (TECS).
The School was founded by the Late Reverend. Emmanuel Gunnar and his wife Late Mrs. Moni Gunnar.
The school is administered by TECS in India. It is an unaided Christian Minority school and is open to children of all communities. It is affiliated to the U.P. Board of Secondary Education under the High School Scheme. The medium of instruction is English and Hindi.
Common questions about this role
How much experience do I need for this Chess Coach — Thomas Academy role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
What is the salary for this Chess Coach — Thomas Academy role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
What qualifications are required for a Chess Coach — Thomas Academy?
Most Chess Coach — Thomas Academy 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.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
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.
About Thomas Academy
Thomas Academy School was established in Jankipuram Gardens area of Lucknow in the year 1994 by the Thomas Educational Christian Society (TECS). The School was founded by the Late Reverend. Emmanuel Gunnar and his wife Late Mrs. Moni Gunnar. The school is administered by TECS in India. It is an unaided Christian Minority school and is open to children of all communities. It is affiliated to the U.P. Board of Secondary Education under the High School Scheme. The medium of instruction is English and Hindi.
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