Lead Teacher Trainer I Fall
About The Position
The Lead Teacher Trainer at Chess Wizards leads fun, interactive chess classes for elementary students while helping train, coach, and evaluate other instructors. The role models the expected Chess Wizards experience for children, parents, school administrators, and colleagues, and supports the local Area Manager with program quality, customer conversations, and instructor development. Classes are generally held after school during fall, winter, and spring sessions. Candidates must be available after school at least four days per week; availability five days a week is preferred during peak program weeks. Class start times vary, usually between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Teachers arrive 15 minutes before class for setup and remain until students are safely dismissed. Standard programs last one hour, while typical paid class time, including preparation and post-class responsibilities, is approximately 90 minutes. Longer official class times receive additional pay. Lead Teacher Trainers are also the first scheduling choice for day camps during winter, spring, and summer breaks. The position is based in Atlanta, Georgia. Reliable transportation is essential for reaching classes around the metropolitan area. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the employee’s home or work location. Relocation assistance is not provided; candidates must already live in the area or relocate at their own expense. Chess Wizards provides full training, ongoing support, curriculum and materials, and opportunities for career advancement.
Requirements
- At least 2–3 years of experience working with groups of children in teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or a similar setting.
- Strong grasp of chess fundamentals, including the ability to explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics clearly and in an age-appropriate way.
- Availability during after-school hours at least four days per week.
- Reliable transportation to reach classes throughout the metropolitan area.
- Currently reside in the Atlanta area or be willing 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 with children, and qualifications to teach chess.
Nice To Haves
- Availability five days a week during peak program weeks in fall, winter, and spring.
- Experience working with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings.
- Teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students and keep students engaged while redirecting behavior when needed.
- Set an example of the Chess Wizards experience for children, parents, school administration, and fellow 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 performance evaluation of instructors.
- 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 regularly 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 remain until all students have been safely dismissed to an authorized adult.
Benefits
- Competitive pay of $65–$85 per class.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
