Lead Teacher Trainer I Fall
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. So, if you’re looking for a unique opportunity and think you can be a charming Chess Instructor, then apply with Chess Wizards... and get paid to teach chess!
Requirements
- A Lead Teacher Trainer must be able to reach most or all of our classes in the metropolitan areas – reliable transportation is essential.
- 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. You should be able to clearly and confidently explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics in an age-appropriate way.
- Resume detailing your relevant experience, including working with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings, as well as any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
- Questionnaire related to your interest in the role, your experience working with children, and your qualifications to teach chess, among other topics.
Nice To Haves
- Preference for availability 5 days a week, for our peak program weeks during the fall, winter and spring sessions (semesters).
- Candidates must be currently residing in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense.
Responsibilities
- Assist their local Area Manager in ensuring that all our 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.
- Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 energetic elementary students.
- Instructors should be comfortable guiding activities, keeping students engaged, and redirecting behavior when needed.
Benefits
- Competitive Pay: $65 - $85 per class
- Travel Compensation: Mileage reimbursement provided for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip), from your home or work location.
- Full training and ongoing support, with access to a complete curriculum and materials.
- Free chess classes
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Flexible work schedules
- Fantastic company culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
