Chess Instructor - K-5 After School Program - Seattle

Company: Chess Wizards
Location: Seattle
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

Chess Wizards is looking for engaging individuals to teach chess to K-5th grade students, after school, in a classroom setting. If you love chess and feel you can make learning it fun for kids of all ages, then you have probably found the perfect job (the only drawback: it is part-time). Currently, Chess Wizards is looking for instructors who are willing to teach between 1 and 5 one-hour classes per week. Instructor Responsibilities and Qualifications: Classroom Management: + Be responsible for your student's safety and supervision at all times. + Implement CDC, School, and Chess Wizards COVID-19 prevention practices. + Maintain a structured and organized learning environment. + Encourage positive interpersonal interactions at all times. + Cultivate an interactive, friendly, and welcoming group dynamic. + Utilize positive behavior management and classroom management techniques. Teach Chess: + Ability to relate well with children. + Ability to make chess fun! + Encourage connections between chess problem-solving with real life problem-solving. + Knowledge of basic chess strategy required. + Utilize curriculum, teaching tools, and other materials provided by Chess Wizards. + USCF rating a plus! Day to Day: + Maintain regular communication with Area Managers and other coordinating staff. + Maintain positive relationships with parents, on-site staff, co-instructors, and school administration. + Promptness, punctuality and responsible conduct are requirements when working with children. + Be a positive role model for your students. + Be a proud representative of your own character as well as Chess Wizards. Pay: $55 - $75 per scheduled class, this is an hour and a half commitment. Hours: 1-5 one-hour classes per week in the afternoons, up to you. If you are able to fulfill the responsibilities above, while creating a fun and exciting atmosphere in your classroom, then this is the position for you! For more information about our program, Please check out our website: (CWI123

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