Chess Instructor for K-12 After School
About The Position
At Togetherhood, we’re building a vibrant marketplace where passionate educators meet schools and communities hungry for enrichment. Whether it’s arts & crafts, basketball, breakdancing, chess, or STEM, we match talented instructors with opportunities to share their skills and spark joy in the next generation. Our mission is simple but powerful: “to infuse every community with high quality enrichment and education.” We're here to support you in sharing your craft, your voice, and your passion with kids who are ready to learn and grow. If you're a dynamic instructor who loves what you teach and why you teach it, we'd love for you to be part of Togetherhood. As a member of our network, you will be matched with opportunities to teach Chess to K-12 students at schools, buildings, and communities across Boston. These teaching opportunities will be for terms that could last anywhere from 6 weeks to 18 weeks.
Requirements
- Subject matter expertise in Chess
- Experience teaching school age children
- Passion and skill for building hands-on projects with kids
- Excitement, joy, and passion for both teaching kids and personal development/learning
- Knows how to create a fun, structured, and inclusive classroom environment
- Brings your own voice and creativity to each class you teach
- Cooperative, supportive, flexible
- Dependable, proactive, and thrives when given autonomy
- Resume showcasing relevant teaching experience (or other relevant experience/training if no formal teaching experience)
Nice To Haves
- Appreciates support and clear expectations
Responsibilities
- Develop age-appropriate Chess curriculum for after-school students
- Lead weekly in-person classes with enthusiasm and expertise
- Establish a well-structured and lively classroom that keeps students engaged
- Foster a positive, supportive, and encouraging learning environment for students of varying skill levels
- Build connections with students in a warm and inclusive environment
- Track student growth and offer positive, helpful feedback
- Arrive prepared, on time, and ready to teach
- Create a memorable experience for the children in your class
Benefits
- Materials budget for classes requiring one
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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