Chess Instructor | Winter, March Break and Summer Camps | Afterschool Programs | York Region

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• Camps are full weeks - salary

Interview steps:

• Virtual interview (Google Meets only)
• In person group interview (Invite to Head Office Location)
• Invite to First-Aid Certification (if required)
• Must pass in person group interview to be selected for any camps or programs

TAC Sports is seeking a full-time Chess Instructor to lead an engaging and interactive summer camp program for children who enjoy strategy, problem-solving, and academic challenges. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children, has a passion for learning and critical thinking, and can create a fun, supportive, and inspiring camp environment.

The Chess Instructor position is designed for curious and motivated young minds who love to think, plan, and solve problems. Through a dynamic mix of chess, strategic games, brain teasers, and hands-on math activities, campers build logic, focus, creativity, and confidence while developing valuable critical-thinking skills in a collaborative setting.

• Lead chess class sessions in a safe, engaging, and age-appropriate environment
• Teach and support activities focused on chess, strategic thinking, logic, problem-solving, and math-based learning
• Guide campers through brain teasers, games, and interactive challenges that promote focus, creativity, and confidence
• Encourage teamwork, sportsmanship, and positive participation during both individual and group activities
• Adapt activities and instruction to suit different ages, abilities, and learning styles
• Supervise campers throughout activities, transitions, and breaks to ensure safety and positive behaviour
• Assist with daily camp setup, cleanup, material preparation, and activity organization
• Build positive relationships with campers, families, and TAC Sports staff
• Follow TAC Sports’ program plans, safety procedures, and child supervision standards at all times
• Help create a motivating and encouraging environment where campers can celebrate growth and achievement

• Experience working with children in camps, education, recreation, tutoring, or youth programs
• Interest in chess, math, strategy games, or problem-solving activities
• Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills
• Energetic, patient, and confident leading groups in a camp or classroom-style setting
• Ability to make learning interactive, accessible, and enjoyable for children
• Background in education, recreation, mathematics, child development, or a related field is an asset
• First Aid/CPR certification and Vulnerable Sector Check, or willingness to obtain them, preferred

• Full-time summer employment with a growing youth sports and enrichment organization
• A fun, supportive, and engaging team environment
• Meaningful work helping children build confidence, logic, and problem-solving skills
• A dynamic role combining education, creativity, and camp programming
• Opportunities for training, growth, and continued involvement with TAC Sports

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