Lead Teacher Trainer I Fall

Chess Wizards • San Jose, CA

8d • $65 - $85 • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Teacher Trainer at Chess Wizards helps ensure instructors’ performance meets customer expectations and is a stepping stone toward management opportunities. In addition to teaching as a top instructor, the role assists with training, developing, coaching, and evaluating other instructors. Lead Teacher Trainers teach fun, interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students and model the Chess Wizards experience for children, parents, school administration, and colleagues.

The position is based in San Jose, California. Classes are generally held after school, with schedules varying by assignment and school dismissal times. Availability is required during after-school hours at least four days a week; five days a week is preferred during peak fall, winter, and spring program weeks. Classes are typically one hour, with instructors arriving 15 minutes beforehand and remaining until students are safely dismissed. Compensation is $65–$85 per class, with additional pay for official class times longer than one hour. Mileage is reimbursed for trips over 15 miles one way. Full training, ongoing support, curriculum, and materials are provided.

Requirements

• At least 2–3 years of experience working with groups of children, such as teaching, tutoring, coaching, or camp counseling.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals and the ability to explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics clearly and confidently in an age-appropriate way.
• Reliable transportation to reach classes throughout the metropolitan area.
• Availability during after-school hours at least four days per week.
• Must currently reside in the San Jose area or be willing to relocate at their own expense.
• Submit a resume detailing relevant experience working with children and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
• Complete the required application questionnaire.

Nice To Haves

• Availability five days a week during peak fall, winter, and spring program weeks.
• Teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar experience with children.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 elementary students.
• Guide activities, engage students, and redirect 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 best practices.
• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $65–$85 per class.
• Mileage reimbursement 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.
• First scheduling choice for day camp opportunities during winter, spring, and summer breaks.

What This Job Offers

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