Class Assistant | Fall

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Area: Glenview, IL 60069

Do you love teaching kids? Can you manage a classroom of elementary school students? Do you have the ability to impart good sportsmanship to a class of youngsters? Then you have found the perfect job…

Chess Wizards is seeking sparkling class assistants to join our after-school enrichment program.
We're looking for special individuals who can cultivate children's love for chess and strengthen our students' life skills.
So, if you're looking for a unique side hustle and think you can be a charming class assistant, then apply with Chess Wizards…


Why Join Us?


  • Competitive Pay: $30 - $35 per hour and a half session
  • Flexible Hours: Between 1 to 5 one-hour classes per week in the afternoon
  • Travel Compensation: Provided for trips over 15 miles (30 miles roundtrip) from the employee's home or work location.

Our class assistants must be able to commit to at least one class per week


Essentials:


  • Some teaching/tutoring/camp counselor experience is desired.
  • The power to teach young ones that knowledge and creativity are true magic.
  • Assist in interactive, friendly, and fun chess classes with 10-15 kids
  • The sincere drive to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship
  • Communicate regularly with supervisors to ensure a great experience for your students
  • Capability to drive between locations
  • Maintain consistent promptness and punctuality
  • Finally, fulfill the Chess Wizards mission in your class: provide a safe, fun, and friendly learning environment for our students, inspire lifelong learning, and build community through the game of chess
  • Some chess ability is a plus!

Chess Wizards tutors receive:


  • Full training and ongoing support
  • Full curriculum and resources
  • Free chess classes
  • Travel compensation for those eligible
  • Work flexibility
  • Great company culture!

Chess Wizards Class Assistants receive Full training and ongoing support. Full curriculum and materials. Free chess classes. Opportunities for advancement. Work flexibility. Great company culture!


Location Requirement: This position is based in Glenview, IL. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided. Candidates must be currently residing in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense.


Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.


Apply with Chess Wizards today!

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