Lead Instructor

4 days ago


San Jose, United States Chess Wizards Full time

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 Instructor 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 Instructor takes on the added challenge of assisting in the training, development, and coaching of other instructors.

So, if you're looking for a unique side hustle and think you can be a charming Lead chess Instructor, then apply with Chess Wizards... and get paid to teach chess

$55 - $70 per hour-and-a-half session

  • A Lead Instructor must be able to reach most or all of our classes in the metropolitan areas – reliable transportation is essential.

  • Conduct interactive, friendly, and fun classes with 10-15 kids

  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in teaching, tutoring, or as a camp counselor.

  • Lead Instructors are expected to set the example of what the best Chess Wizards experience should be for our four customer groups: Kids, Parents, School Administration, and Fellow Colleagues, in full alignment with the Chess Wizards Mission Statement.

  • Must be available during the after school hours at least 4 days per week. Our preference is availability 5 days a week, for our peak program weeks during the fall, winter and spring sessions (semesters). We will ensure that you have a full Monday-Friday after school schedule during our peak program weeks, provided that we have classes scheduled for that day. Actual class start time will vary, depending on the assignment. Most of our classes begin directly after each school's afternoon dismissal bell, which are usually between 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm. Our standard program time is one hour. Teachers must arrive 15 minutes prior to the program start time to set up and prepare, and stay until all students have been safely dismissed to an authorized adult. Our Lead Teachers are paid per-class, with the total average time commitment of 1.5-2 hours (not including commute). Official class times that are longer than one hour pay more, appropriate to the extra time added.

  •  Lead Instructors are our first scheduling choice for day camp opportunities during the winter, spring, and summer breaks

  •  Assist their local Area Manager in ensuring that all our programs and instructors are visited by management for coaching, customer conversations, and quality control.

  • Assist with the training, coaching, and performance evaluation of our instructors.

  • Help troubleshoot and resolve program challenges.

  • Complete class evaluation reports and discuss with their supervisor.

  • Communicate daily during programming season with their 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.

Chess Wizards Instructors 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 fantastic company culture

Location Requirement: This position is based in San Jose, California. Please note that 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.


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