Chess Teacher (2026-2027 School Year)

About the role

Are you ready to lead the next chapter of educational excellence? At Zeta, we pursue an unprecedented combination of high academic achievement and social-emotional development for our students. We insist that every student receives a world-class education while fostering a love for learning. We are passionate about changing the landscape of public education in New York City and beyond, and we are uncompromising in our mission. We currently operate multiple elementary and middle schools across the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, and Queens, and continue to grow - opening 1–2 new schools each year, because children in every community deserve excellent, equitable education. As part of this organizational expansion, we are also preparing to welcome our first-ever Zeta High School class of 9th graders in the 2026-27 school year, a milestone that marks the next chapter in our mission to provide a world-class, PreK-12 pathway. Join our growing team today and be a change agent for children. We are hiring for the 2026-2027 school year.

Responsibilities

• Execute a bold vision of excellence in Chess, designing inquiry-driven, intellectually rigorous lessons that cultivate strategic thinking, problem-solving, and deep focus in every student.
• Build a vibrant, inclusive classroom culture where students develop a genuine love for chess, embrace productive struggle, and feel connected to a strong community of learners and families.
• Champion Zeta's ambitious academic goals—leveraging Chess to strengthen critical habits like focus, perseverance, and pattern recognition that help students excel across all subjects.
• Use data, student work, and research-based tools to monitor progress, drive achievement, and elevate students from foundational skills to advanced strategic mastery.
• Develop authentic, trusting relationships with students and families to support each child's growth—on the chessboard and beyond.
• Contribute to whole-school initiatives and provide instructional support as needed, ensuring Chess is meaningfully woven into the broader schooling experience.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues and engage in weekly professional learning, embracing coaching, reflection, and feedback to sharpen your craft and continually grow as an educator.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• At least 1-2+ years of teaching experience
• Mastery of Chess (rating of 1600 and above)

Skills

• Passionate about our mission of providing world-class education to all students
• Bring a mindset of growth, flexibility, and openness to feedback
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