Lead Teacher Trainer I Fall

Chess Wizards • Marietta, GA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Teacher Trainer at Chess Wizards teaches fun, interactive chess classes for elementary students and helps train, develop, coach, and evaluate other instructors. The role sets an example of the Chess Wizards experience for children, parents, school administrators, and colleagues, while supporting program quality and customer service. The position is based in Marietta, Georgia, and requires reliable transportation to reach classes across the metropolitan area. Work locations are assigned by a manager according to available schools and classes. Relocation assistance is not provided.

Classes typically serve 10–15 students and run for one hour, with instructors arriving 15 minutes early for setup and remaining until students are safely dismissed to an authorized adult. A typical paid class assignment takes approximately one hour and thirty minutes including setup and post-class responsibilities. Classes longer than one hour pay more in proportion to the additional time. The role is paid per class at $65–$85 per class, with mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way from home or work. After-school availability is required at least four days per week; five days per week is preferred during peak fall, winter, and spring sessions. Class start times vary, usually following school dismissal between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Lead Teacher Trainers are the first scheduling choice for day camps during winter, spring, and summer breaks.

Chess Wizards provides full training and ongoing support, along with a complete curriculum and materials. The role also offers free chess classes, career advancement opportunities, flexible work schedules, and a company culture described as fantastic. Applicants must submit a resume detailing relevant experience and complete a required questionnaire about their interest, experience with children, and chess-teaching qualifications.

Requirements

• At least 2–3 years of experience working with groups of children, such as teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar work.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals, including the ability to clearly and confidently explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics in an age-appropriate way.
• Reliable transportation to reach most or all classes in metropolitan areas.
• Availability during after-school hours at least four days per week.
• Ability to lead and engage groups of 10–15 energetic elementary students.
• Must currently reside in the Marietta, Georgia area or be willing to relocate at personal expense.
• Submit a resume detailing relevant experience with children and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
• Complete the required application questionnaire about interest in the role, experience with children, and qualifications to teach chess.

Nice To Haves

• Availability five days per week during peak fall, winter, and spring program weeks.
• Experience in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings.
• Teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students.
• Guide activities, engage students, and redirect behavior when needed.
• Set a strong example of the Chess Wizards experience for children, parents, school administration, and colleagues, in alignment with the company mission.
• Assist the local Area Manager in ensuring programs and instructors receive management visits for coaching, customer conversations, and quality control.
• Assist with training, coaching, and performance evaluation of instructors.
• Help troubleshoot and resolve program challenges.
• Complete class evaluation reports and discuss them with a supervisor.
• Communicate daily with a supervisor during the programming season.
• Speak with school administration and parents during site visits, gather feedback, and assist with customer service and marketing efforts.
• Maintain professional communication practices.
• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.
• Set up before class and stay until all students have been safely dismissed to an authorized adult.

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way from home or work location.
• Full training and ongoing support.
• Access to a complete curriculum and materials.
• Free chess classes.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Company culture described as fantastic.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed