Chess Instructor | Fall
$104,000–$135,200 year
On-siteBoca Raton, Florida, United States
Boca Raton, Florida, United StatesOn-sitePart Time$104,000–$135,200 yearSmall
Part TimeSmall
Job Summary
Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 energetic elementary students using a structured curriculum to teach fundamentals, promote sportsmanship, and encourage problem-solving. Manage a lively classroom with confidence while following school safety protocols, including supervision during arrival, dismissal, and in-class activities. Travel to various local school sites in Boca Raton, FL, arriving prepared and on time to teach 1–5 classes per week between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way.
Required Qualifications
- Experience working with groups of children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar)
- Comfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly, and fun sessions
- Professional, positive, and kid-friendly demeanor
- Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship
- Strong grasp of chess fundamentals
- Ability to connect chess problem-solving to real-life problem-solving
- Reliable personal transportation and the ability to drive between locations
- Availability on weekday afternoons, with class start times falling within the 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM window, to teach 1–5 classes per week
- Commitment to implementing school safety protocols to protect students' well-being
- Strong punctuality and time-management skills
Desired Qualifications
- Enthusiasm for chess
- Enjoyment of working with kids
- Ability to make learning fun
- Creating a positive classroom environment
- Sharing the magic of chess with elementary students
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