Lead Teacher Trainer

Overview

Area:
Seattle, WA 98105, 98195

Do you love Chess? Do you love teaching and training others? Do you have the ability to impart good sportsmanship to youngsters? Then you have found the perfect job. 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.

The Lead Teacher Trainer also takes on the added challenge of assisting in the training, development, and coaching of other instructors, in addition to fulfilling the responsibilities of our top 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!

• 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. Instructors should be comfortable guiding activities, keeping students engaged, and redirecting 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 is for 5 days a week during peak program weeks (fall, winter, spring). Actual class start times vary; most classes begin after each school s dismissal bell (usually between 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm). Typical program time is one hour; arrival 15 minutes before start; stay until students are dismissed.
  
  Lead Teacher Trainers are paid per class; longer class times pay more.
• Lead Teacher Trainers are the first scheduling choice for day camp opportunities during winter, spring, and summer breaks.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals. Ability to explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics in an age-appropriate way.
• Assist local Area Manager in ensuring that 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; assist with customer service and marketing efforts.
• Maintain standard professional communication best-practices.
• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.

• Resume: Include 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.

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 strong company culture.

Location Requirement: This position is based in Seattle, WA. 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.