Enrichment Activities Teacher

Train of Thought; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Train of Thought is seeking passionate chess teachers in Los Angeles to positively impact children and communities. This role involves teaching chess and improving academic performance for traditionally under-served students.

Ideal candidates will have classroom experience and a strong desire to help children discover their potential. Previous chess experience is not required but a Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.

Compensation ranges from $15 to $25 per hour, with a focus on making a difference in the lives of students.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in classroom settings, especially with young children.
• Ability to learn and apply chess teaching methods.
• Strong work ethic and team collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach chess to students, cultivating their understanding and love for the game.
• Motivate and educate traditionally under-served students through chess.
• Engage students and foster a positive learning environment.

Skills

Classroom experience

Teaching ability

Ability to motivate students

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree (PREFERRED)

Job description

Train of Thought is an enrichment program that teaches children the rules, discipline, strategy and etiquette of chess. Our mission is to improve academic performance and instill a better attitude toward learning by bringing the social and educational value of chess to communities, leading to improved test scores and reduced retention and dropout rates. Train of Thought is one of very few formal programs that uses chess instruction as a means to develop positive values and provide youth with a positive, growth-enhancing, and academically enriching experience. Our company serves thousands of children at 60+ schools in the Los Angeles area.

Job Description

Here’s an opportunity to have a positive impact on the lives of students, families and communities by teaching the game of chess. If you share our passion for chess and have a deep commitment to teaching the game to children, we would like to meet you.

We are looking for chess teachers who have the ability to use chess to motivate, educate and help children discover their potential for greatness. We look for teachers with teaching experience and a deep desire to make a difference in the lives of children.

Qualifications

Our ideal CANDIDATE will have:

• Classroom experience as a teacher, student aide, teachers aide, or paraprofessional
• Experience working with kindergarten and first grade is a plus
• Ability to learn our proven methods of teaching chess
• Previous chess experience is NOT REQUIRED
• The ability to help students learn, understand and love the game of chess
• Strong desire to raise the achievement levels of traditionally under-served students
• An incredible work ethic and a passion for being part of a team
• Bachelor's Degree (PREFERRED)
• Background Check and TB Test (REQUIRED)

Additional Information

Compensation

Up to $15-$25/hr.

Apply

To apply, email a cover letter (please include your chess experience, if any) and resume.