Part-Time Chess Coach for Youth – After-School Lessons

The Resource Room; Florida; Presencial; USD 27.552 - 41.328; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The Resource Room is seeking a Part-Time Chess Instructor based in the Town of Florida, New York. The successful candidate will teach fundamental to intermediate chess concepts and facilitate engaging lessons and practice sessions.

Ideal candidates will have strong chess knowledge, experience working with youth, and a passion for helping students succeed. This position requires availability Monday through Friday from 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM.

Formación

• Demonstrated chess knowledge and a strong understanding of the game.
• Coaching, competitive chess, or teaching experience preferred.
• Experience working with youth in an after-school, camp, classroom, or mentoring setting.

Responsabilidades

• Teaching fundamental to intermediate chess concepts.
• Facilitating engaging lessons and friendly matches.
• Creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space.

Conocimientos

Chess knowledge

Coaching or teaching experience

Strong communication skills

Patience

Classroom management

Descripción del empleo

Now Hiring: Part-Time Chess Instructor at The Resource Room

The Chess Instructor will be responsible for:

Teaching fundamental to intermediate chess concepts, including rules, tactics, strategy, and sportsmanship.

Facilitating engaging lessons, small-group practice, friendly matches, and chess tournaments.

Supporting homework time, behavior expectations, and program routines as needed.

Creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for students to learn and grow.

Communicating student progress, needs, and concerns with site leadership.

Helping students build confidence, critical thinking skills, and a love for learning through chess.

Qualifications

Ideal candidates should have:

Demonstrated chess knowledge and a strong understanding of the game.

Coaching, competitive chess, or teaching experience preferred.

Experience working with youth in an after-school, camp, classroom, or mentoring setting.

Availability Monday through Friday from 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM.

Strong communication skills, patience, reliability, and classroom management abilities.

A positive attitude and a passion for helping students succeed.

Why Join The Resource Room?

For more than 25 years, The Resource Room has served students and families throughout the Miami-Dade community through free after-school enrichment programs, academic support, summer camps, and family resources.

Our mission is to inspire, equip, and educate people while connecting our community to successful possibilities. Through enrichment opportunities like chess, golf, entrepreneurship, and academic support, we help students build life skills that prepare them for a brighter future.

Apply Today

If you are passionate about chess, youth development, and making a positive impact in the Miami Gardens community, we encourage you to apply for this part-time opportunity with The Resource Room.

Join us in helping students think critically, build confidence, and discover new possibilities through the game of chess.