Lead Teacher Trainer Winter

Overview

Area:
Washington, DC

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.

If you’re looking for a unique opportunity and think you can be a charming Chess Instructor, apply with Chess Wizards and get paid to teach chess.

• Competitive Pay: $55 per class (Typical class time is approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including pre-class setup, instructional time, and post-class responsibilities).
• Travel Compensation:
  Mileage reimbursement provided for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles round trip). Work locations are assigned by the manager based on available schools and classes in your area.

• A Lead Teacher Trainer must be able to reach most or all of our classes in the metropolitan areas – reliable transportation is essential.
• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 energetic elementary students. Guides activities, keeps students engaged, and redirects behavior when needed.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience working with groups of children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar).
• Lead Teacher Trainers are expected to set the example of what the best Chess Wizards experience should be for our 4 customer groups:
  Kids, Parents, School Administration, and Fellow Colleagues, in full alignment with the Chess Wizards Mission Statement.
• Must be available during after-school hours at least 4 days per week. Preference for 5 days a week during peak program weeks. Most classes begin after each school’s dismissal bell (usually between 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm). Typical program time is one hour; arrive 15 minutes early and stay until students are dismissed to an authorized adult. Lead Teacher Trainers are paid per class;
  
  longer class times are paid appropriately.
• Lead Teacher Trainers are our first scheduling choice for day camp opportunities during winter, spring, and summer breaks.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals. Ability to clearly explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics in an age-appropriate way.
• Assist local Area Manager in ensuring programs and instructors are visited by management 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 with supervisor.
• Communicate daily with supervisor during programming season.
• 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.

• Resume:
  Include a resume detailing relevant experience, including working with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings, as well as teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
• Questionnaire:
  As part of your application, complete a required questionnaire related to interest in the role, experience with children, and qualifications to teach chess, among other topics.

Chess Wizards Lead Teacher Trainers receive full training and ongoing support, with access to a complete curriculum and materials. Enjoy free chess classes, opportunities for career advancement, flexible work schedules, and a fantastic company culture!

This position is based in Washington, DC
. Relocation assistance is not provided. Candidates must be currently residing in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense.

Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.