Assistant Chess Instructor - Fall
About The Position
Chess Wizards is seeking an enthusiastic, reliable Assistant Instructor to support its after-school chess enrichment program for elementary students in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The assistant helps the Chess Instructor run engaging classes for groups of 15–22 students, offering individual or small-group guidance with chess fundamentals and supporting classroom activities, student engagement, and positive behavior. The role involves following a structured curriculum and school safety protocols, including supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities, and traveling to local school sites. Classes are scheduled on weekday afternoons, typically starting between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Assistants teach 1–5 classes per week depending on local school availability. A typical class commitment is approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $30–$35 per class. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way. Full training, curriculum and materials, ongoing support, free chess classes, and potential advancement to Chess Instructor are provided. Applicants must reside in the Fort Lauderdale area or be willing to relocate at their own expense; relocation assistance is not provided.
Requirements
- Genuine interest in working with groups of elementary students.
- Strong grasp of chess fundamentals, including the ability to explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics in an age-appropriate way.
- Ability to follow direction and support the Chess Instructor’s classroom management.
- Professional, positive, kid-friendly demeanor and desire to be a positive role model.
- Ability to promote good sportsmanship and connect chess problem-solving to real-life problem-solving.
- Reliable personal transportation and ability to drive between locations.
- Weekday afternoon availability, with class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, for 1–5 classes per week depending on school availability.
- Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and strict adherence to safety and school policies.
- Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
- Must currently reside in the Fort Lauderdale area or be willing to relocate at personal expense; relocation assistance is not provided.
- Must complete the required application questionnaire about interest in the role, experience working with children, and chess-teaching qualifications.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in teaching, tutoring, camp counseling, or a similar role.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Chess Instructor with setting up and managing interactive chess classes for 15–22 elementary students.
- Provide one-on-one or small-group support to students practicing chess piece movements and learning basic concepts.
- Support classroom activities, student engagement, and positive behavior.
- Follow the structured curriculum and promote good sportsmanship alongside the Chess Instructor.
- Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
- Encourage students’ problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
- Follow school safety protocols and supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and in-class activities.
- Travel to local school sites for each session.
- Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.
Benefits
- Full training and ongoing support.
- Full curriculum and materials.
- Free chess classes.
- Opportunities for advancement to Chess Instructor.
- Work flexibility.
- Great company culture.
- Competitive pay of $30–$35 per class.
- Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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