Chess Instructor | Fall
Chess Instructor | Fall
L4
Occupations
Teachers and Instructors, All OtherSelf-Enrichment TeachersElementary School Teachers, Except Special EducationIndustries
All Other Miscellaneous Schools and InstructionElementary and Secondary SchoolsAdministration of Education Programs- 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
- Use our structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship
- Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity
- Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking
- Follow school safety protocols, including supervision during arrival, dismissal, and in-class activities
- Travel to various local school sites for each session
- Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students
- Experience working with groups of children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar)
- Comfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly, and fun sessions
- Professional, positive, and kid-friendly demeanor
- Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship
- 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
- Ability to connect chess problem-solving to real-life problem-solving
- Reliable personal transportation and the ability to drive between locations
- Availability on weekday afternoons, with class start times falling within the 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM window, to teach 1–5 classes per week. The specific number of classes depends on availability at local partner schools
- Commitment to implementing school safety protocols to protect students' well-being
- Strong punctuality and time-management skills
Level
MidL4
Location
Deerfield, IL
Occupation
Teachers and Instructors, All Other
Industry
All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction
Posted
8 days ago
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