Lead Teacher Trainer I Fall

Area: Seattle, WA. Location Disclaimer: Chess Wizards offers programs throughout the greater Seattle metropolitan area, with opportunities for classes that may also be available in surrounding cities and suburbs. 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. 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. Why Join Us? Competitive Pay: $65 - $85 per class (Typical class time is approximately one hour and thirty minutes which includes pre-class setup, instructional time, and post-class responsibilities) Travel Compensation: Mileage reimbursement provided for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip), from your home or work location. Work locations are assigned by the manager based on available schools and classes in your area. Lead Teacher Trainer Essentials: 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 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 Teacher Trainers are paid per-class (Typical class time is approximately one hour and thirty minutes which includes pre-class setup, instructional time, and post-class responsibilities). Official class times that are longer than one hour pay more, appropriate to the extra time added. Lead Teacher Trainers are our first scheduling choice for day camp opportunities during the winter, spring, and summer breaks! Strong grasp of chess fundamentals. You should be able to clearly and confidently explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics in an age-appropriate way. 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 Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students 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 fantastic company culture! Location Requirement : This position is based in Seattle, WA. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Chess Wizards, Inc.