Chess Instructor

$101,920 - $104,000/Yr

Confidential - Cherry Hill, NJ

Full-time - Entry Level

Cherry Hill, NJ

About the position

The Chess Instructor will be responsible for teaching chess to children aged 5 to 12 in an after school program. This temporary position requires developing lesson plans, managing classroom behavior, and providing individualized support to students. The role emphasizes effective communication with students, parents, and staff, and aims to foster a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans for teaching chess to children
• Provide individualized tutoring and support to students as needed
• Manage classroom behavior and maintain a conducive learning atmosphere
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance instructional strategies and share best practices
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff

Requirements

• Knowledgeable in the rules and strategy of chess
• Previous experience in tutoring or teaching chess
• Strong classroom management skills to maintain an effective learning environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and needs
• A passion for education and a commitment to fostering student success
• Clean background

Nice-to-haves

• Teaching experience of 1 year (Preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of $49.00 - $50.00
• Opportunity to work with children and foster their learning in chess