Chess Instructor | Afterschool Programs | Toronto

Push Operations; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 530 - 600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fun team environment

Training opportunities

Growth opportunities

Job summary

TAC Sports is seeking a full-time Chess Instructor to lead an engaging after-school program for children who enjoy strategy, problem-solving, and academic challenges. The role focuses on chess, brain teasers, and hands-on math activities to build logic and confidence in a camp setting.

The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and creating a supportive learning environment, with sessions 2:30pm–6:00pm, September through June, and opportunities for PA days and camps.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 students 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 students 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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Engaging kids

Adaptability

Education

First Aid/CPR certification

Vulnerable Sector Check

Job description

• Toronto
• $525 - $600/year

Job Description

* Currently Hiring for Afterschool Programs**

Pay: $45 A session

Hours between 2:30pm and 6:00pm

Length: 1 Hour Sessions- September - June

5 hours + other opportunities with PA days, camps

TAC Sports is seeking a full-time Chess Instructor to lead an engaging and interactive after school 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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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 students 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 students 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

Qualifications

• 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

What We Offer

• 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

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
• [e-mail] for any questions