Lead Teacher Trainer I Fall

Chess Wizards • Royal Oak, MI

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Teacher Trainer position at Chess Wizards plays a key role in aligning our instructors' performance with our customers' expectations, serving as a vital stepping stone toward future management opportunities. In addition to fulfilling the responsibilities of our top instructors, the Lead Teacher Trainer takes on the added challenge of assisting in the training, development, and coaching of other instructors. This role involves leading fun, interactive chess classes for elementary students, guiding activities, keeping students engaged, and redirecting behavior when needed. Lead Teacher Trainers are expected to set an example for the Chess Wizards experience for kids, parents, school administration, and colleagues, aligning with the company's mission. The position requires a strong grasp of chess fundamentals and involves assisting the local Area Manager with program quality control, instructor training, and customer service efforts.

Requirements

• Reliable transportation is essential to reach most or all classes in the metropolitan areas.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience working with groups of children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar).
• Must be available during the after school hours at least 4 days per week.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals. Ability to clearly and confidently explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics in an age-appropriate way.
• Resume detailing relevant experience, including working with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings, as well as any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
• Completion of a required questionnaire related to interest in the role, experience working with children, and qualifications to teach chess.

Nice To Haves

• Love Chess.
• Love teaching and training others.
• Ability to impart good sportsmanship to youngsters.
• Preference for availability 5 days a week for peak program weeks.
• Willingness to relocate at own expense if not currently residing in the area.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 energetic elementary students.
• Guide activities, keep students engaged, and redirect behavior when needed.
• Set the example of the best Chess Wizards experience for customers (Kids, Parents, School Administration, and Fellow Colleagues).
• Assist their local Area Manager in ensuring that all programs and instructors are visited by management for coaching, customer conversations, and quality control.
• Assist with the training, coaching, and performance evaluation of our instructors.
• Help troubleshoot and resolve program challenges.
• Complete class evaluation reports and discuss with their supervisor.
• Communicate daily during programming season with their supervisor.
• Speak regularly with school administration and parents during site visits, gather feedback, and assist with customer service and marketing efforts.
• Maintain standard professional communication best-practices.
• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $65 - $85 per class
• Travel Compensation: Mileage reimbursement provided for trips over 15 miles one way
• Full training and ongoing support
• Access to a complete curriculum and materials
• Free chess classes
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Flexible work schedules
• Fantastic company culture

What This Job Offers

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