Lead Teacher Trainer I Fall

Chess Wizards • Brooklyn, NY

7d • 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 statement. The position requires availability during after-school hours at least 4 days per week, with a preference for 5 days during peak program weeks. Classes typically start between 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm, with a standard program time of one hour. Teachers must arrive 15 minutes prior to the program start time and stay until all students are safely dismissed. Lead Teacher Trainers are paid per class, with additional pay for longer class times. They are also prioritized for day camp opportunities during breaks. The role includes assisting the Area Manager with instructor coaching, customer service, marketing efforts, and troubleshooting program challenges. Responsibilities also include completing class evaluation reports and communicating daily with their supervisor during the programming season.

Requirements

• A 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.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience working with groups of children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar).
• Reliable transportation is essential to reach most or all classes in the metropolitan areas.
• Must be available during the after school hours at least 4 days per week.
• 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 with children, and chess teaching qualifications.

Nice To Haves

• Love of Chess.
• Love of teaching and training others.
• Ability to impart good sportsmanship to youngsters.
• Preference for availability 5 days a week, for peak program weeks during the fall, winter and spring sessions.

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 kids, parents, school administration, and fellow colleagues.
• 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.

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