Lead Teacher Trainer Winter

Overview

Location:

Atlanta, GA.

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, then apply with Chess Wizards and get paid to teach chess!

• Lead and train chess classes for 10–15 energetic elementary students, guiding activities, keeping students engaged, and redirecting behavior when needed.
• Train, develop, and coach other instructors; assist the local Area Manager in ensuring programs and instructors are visited 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 during programming season with 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; lead by example for the four customer groups:
  Kids, Parents, School Administration, and Fellow Colleagues.
• Lead in after-school hours (typically 2:00 pm–4:00 pm window) with classes of approximately one hour; manage setup and student dismissal responsibly.
• Be available during after-school hours at least 4 days per week (preference for 5 days during peak program weeks) and participate in day camp opportunities during winter, spring, and summer breaks.

• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals; ability to explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics clearly and age-appropriately.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience working with groups of children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar).
• Must be able to reach most or all classes in the metropolitan area; reliable transportation is essential.

• Competitive Pay: $65 - $85 per class (typical class time is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes, including pre-class setup and post-class duties).
• Travel Compensation:
  Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles round trip); work locations assigned by the manager.
• Access to full training and ongoing support, complete curriculum and materials, free chess classes, opportunities for career advancement, and flexible work schedules.

• Resume:
  Include relevant experience with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings, including teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
• Questionnaire:
  Complete a required questionnaire related to interest in the role, experience with children, and qualifications to teach chess.

Location Requirement
:
This position is based in Atlanta, GA
. Relocation assistance is not provided. Candidates must reside in the area or 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.