Chess - After School Instructor

Nexplore; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 121,000; Part time

Job summary

Nexplore is seeking a part-time instructor in Tucson, AZ to lead the Chess program. You will follow a set schedule, prepare lessons, and deliver engaging, standard-aligned instruction to students.

Responsibilities include communicating with the Program Success Manager, using Nexplore’s 80+ programs, and engaging families to support student participation. Training and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• AA Degree (or higher) required or preferred.
• Teaching degree or certificate is a plus.
• 2+ years teaching/instructing experience preferred.
• Experience working with children is required.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Must commit to the full proposed schedule.
• Reliable transportation.
• Willing to complete mandatory training.

Responsibilities

• Follow provided schedule, arrive on time and prepared to teach.
• Deliver standard-aligned, engaging instruction.
• Review lesson plans and materials prior to instruction.
• Communicate professionally with the Program Success Manager and site staff.
• Deliver instruction from Nexplore’s programs and adapt as needed.
• Engage families and support student participation in programs.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Presentation skills

Reliability

Education

AA Degree (or higher)

Teaching degree/certification

Job description

Nexplore is a national enrichment service provider with a mission to foster the joy of learning through 125+ STEAM, Life Skills, and Fitness solutions offered as after school, in-school, and summer programs. Currently, Nexplore proudly offers programs at over 1200 sites across 25+ US states, equitably serving thousands of students as evidenced by our 5-star Google review .

Watch this video and learn how Nexplore brings hands-on learning to life across schools nationwide—through engaging programs, expert instructors, and our 5C Commitment in action.

Nexplore Instructor Role :

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Consistency - Follow a provided schedule, arrive on time and prepared to teach (must review lesson plans and materials prior to instruction), and maintain compliance with site expectations.
• Competence - Deliver meaningful, standard-aligned instruction that cultivates critical thinking, problem solving, and joy in the learning process. Manage all supplied instructional materials.
• Communication - Engage in professional, responsive, effective communication with Nexplore Program Success Manager and site personnel.
• Creativity - Deliver inspiring instruction from Nexplore’s collection of 80+ programs, administering accommodations and extensions, as relevant.
• Community - Participate in family engagement efforts (welcome letters, showcases, etc.) and empower each and every child to meaningfully access and engage in Nexplore programs.

Why Join Nexplore:

In addition to joining a rapidly growing national educational enrichment service organization, you will be supporting youth to foster a joy of learning and strengthen their 21st century life skills. You will join a team of passionate educators and professionals to strengthen our program offerings and organizational impact. This is an excellent opportunity for a mission-aligned teacher looking to grow professionally and equitably impact education services locally.

Qualifications:

• Part-time position
• AA Degree (or higher)
• 2+ years teaching/instructing (preferred)
• Experience working with children
• Educational (development or training) experience
• Teaching degree or certificate is a PLUS!
• Must commit to the full proposed schedule
• Great communication and presentation skills
• Reliable transportation
• Willing to complete mandatory training

Nexplore provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Site address(s) : Tucson, AZ 85711

Class time(s) : 03:10 PM - 04:10 PM

Program : Chess

Compensation: $75 per hour of class

Compensation is per class or assignment (mini camp, field trip, etc.)