Chess Instructor for K-12 After School

Togetherhood; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Togetherhood in New York City connects passionate educators with schools and communities in need of enrichment. We are seeking a Chess instructor to develop age-appropriate curricula for after-school programs and to lead weekly in-person classes with energy and expertise.

Terms can range from 6 weeks to 18 weeks, and instructors are paid per class (most classes are one hour). Ideal candidates are dynamic, student-focused and bring creativity to every session.

Qualifications

• Subject matter expertise in Chess
• Experience teaching school age children
• Ability to create a fun, structured, and inclusive classroom

Responsibilities

• Develop age-appropriate Chess curriculum for after-school students
• Lead weekly in-person classes with enthusiasm and expertise
• Track student growth and offer positive, helpful feedback
• Arrive prepared, on time, and ready to teach

Skills

Chess expertise

Curriculum development

Classroom management

Communication with kids

Adaptable / flexible

Job description

About Togetherhood

At Togetherhood, we’re building something special: a vibrant marketplace where passionate educators meet schools and communities hungry for enrichment. Whether it’s arts & crafts, basketball, breakdancing, chess, or STEM, we match talented instructors with opportunities to share their skills and spark joy in the next generation.

About Togetherhood

At Togetherhood, we’re building something special: a vibrant marketplace where passionate educators meet schools and communities hungry for enrichment. Whether it’s arts & crafts, basketball, breakdancing, chess, or STEM, we match talented instructors with opportunities to share their skills and spark joy in the next generation.

Our mission is simple but powerful: “to infuse every community with high quality enrichment and education.” We're here to support you in sharing your craft, your voice, and your passion with kids who are ready to learn and grow. If you're a dynamic instructor who loves what you teach and why you teach it, we'd love for you to be part of Togetherhood.

What You'll Do

As a member of our network, you will be matched with opportunities to teach Chess to K-12 students at schools, buildings, and communities across NYC. These teaching opportunities will be for terms that could last anywhere from 6 weeks to 18 weeks.

• Develop age-appropriate Chess curriculum for after-school students
• Lead weekly in-person classes with enthusiasm and expertise
• Establish a well-structured and lively classroom that keeps students engaged
• Foster a positive, supportive, and encouraging learning environment for students of varying skill levels
• Build connections with students in a warm and inclusive environment
• Track student growth and offer positive, helpful feedback
• Arrive prepared, on time, and ready to teach
• Create a memorable experience for the children in your class

Who You Are

A fun, enthusiastic, adaptable instructor, with experience teaching school age children, and who:

• Has subject matter expertise in Chess
• Has a passion and skill for building hands-on projects with kids
• Has excitement, joy, and passion for both teaching kids and personal development/learning
• Knows how to create a fun, structured, and inclusive classroom environment
• Brings your own voice and creativity to each class you teach
• Is cooperative, supportive, flexible
• Is dependable, proactive, and thrives when given autonomy … and also appreciates support and clear expectations

What To Expect

• If your resume is a fit, we’ll reach out to set up a screening call on Google Meet
• The final step of the process is onboarding into our platform, ready to accept classes!

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Assistants in the Togetherhood network are paid per class. Most classes are one hour. This is contracted, supplemental 1099 work.