IHSA Chess Coach — Lead a Student-Focused Team

Illinois School District U-46; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 1,500 - 3,500; Part time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a dedicated IHSA Chess coach at Larkin High School in Illinois. The role focuses on building and maintaining a high-quality chess team, delivering student-centered instruction, and providing competitive opportunities in line with IHSA guidelines.

The position emphasizes effective communication with families and school staff, managing logistics, and maintaining equipment. It requires a degree in education or relevant experience, and a professional educator license is

Qualifications

• Knowledge of chess strategies preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with parents, students, administrators, teachers, and community leaders.

Responsibilities

• Implement instructional strategies engaging all students and differentiating for varied abilities.
• Communicate effectively with parents, students, administrators, teachers, and community leaders.
• Maintain high expectations for student achievement and behavior and motivate students to their highest potential.
• Maintain equipment for the activity.
• Demonstrate punctuality and consistent attendance.
• Create a learning environment suitable for students' development.
• Foster a respectful, harassment-free instructional culture with constructive feedback.
• Protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Apply and enforce Student Code of Conduct and related handbooks.
• Attend district, conference or IHSA contests and activities summit.
• Manage finances and administrative paperwork for the organization.
• 60 hours of meetings/practices.

Skills

Chess knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

PEL license

High school diploma

Job description

Applitrack is seeking a dedicated IHSA Chess coach at Larkin High School in Illinois. The role focuses on building and maintaining a high-quality chess team, delivering student-centered instruction, and providing competitive opportunities in line with IHSA guidelines.

The position emphasizes effective communication with families and school staff, managing logistics, and maintaining equipment. It requires a degree in education or relevant experience, and a professional educator license is