Lead Teacher Trainer I Fall

Chess Wizards•Aurora, IL

10d•$65 - $85•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Teacher Trainer at Chess Wizards teaches fun, interactive chess classes for elementary students and helps ensure instructors’ performance meets customer expectations. In addition to performing the responsibilities of a top instructor, the role assists with training, developing, coaching, and evaluating other instructors, and helps troubleshoot program challenges. Lead Teacher Trainers model the Chess Wizards experience for children, parents, school administrators, and colleagues, in alignment with the company’s mission. Classes are generally held after school during fall, winter, and spring sessions. Availability is required at least four days per week during after-school hours; five days per week is preferred during peak program weeks. Class start times vary, usually following school dismissal between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Teachers arrive 15 minutes before class to set up and remain until students are safely released to an authorized adult. Typical paid class time is approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Lead Teacher Trainers are also the first scheduling choice for day camps during winter, spring, and summer breaks. The position is based in Aurora, Illinois. Candidates must currently live in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense; relocation assistance is not provided. Chess Wizards provides full training, ongoing support, a complete curriculum, and materials. Compensation is $65–$85 per class, with mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way from home or work. Longer official class times are paid more in proportion to the additional time.

Requirements

At least 2–3 years of experience working with groups of children, such as in teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar work.
Strong grasp of chess fundamentals and ability to explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics clearly and confidently in an age-appropriate way.
Reliable transportation to reach classes in metropolitan areas.
Availability during after-school hours at least four days per week.
Currently residing in the Aurora, Illinois area or willingness to relocate at personal expense.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience working with children and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Complete the required application questionnaire about interest in the role, experience working with children, and qualifications to teach chess.

Nice To Haves

Availability five days per week during peak fall, winter, and spring program weeks.

Responsibilities

Lead engaging, interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students.
Guide activities, keep students engaged, and redirect behavior when needed.
Model the expected Chess Wizards experience for children, parents, school administration, and colleagues.
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 evaluating instructor performance.
Help troubleshoot and resolve program challenges.
Complete class evaluation reports and discuss them with the supervisor.
Communicate daily with the supervisor during the programming season.
Speak with school administrators 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 remain until students are safely dismissed to an authorized adult.