Chess Teacher

Responsibilities

• Build a classroom culture in which scholars develop a love for chess and enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills;
• Teach a rigorous chess curriculum to scholars that begins with chess basics and progresses to checkmate patterns and tactics;
• Coach and develop a high-performing team of scholars to compete in city, state, and national chess tournaments;
• Invest parents by coordinating and leading family chess nights and internal network chess tournaments;
• Engage in training and collaborating with chess teachers and leaders across the network to benefit from targeted feedback and professional development related to instruction and content;
• Support our high performing competitive teams by coaching at tournaments at least 12 Saturdays per school year.

Requirements

• Achieved outstanding academic results;
• Have an advanced understanding of the game of chess (tournament experience a plus);
• Be passionate about chess and learning;
• Have teaching experience with a record of propelling students' understanding and love of chess;
• Set ambitious goals for yourself and others, and be not afraid of putting in the hard work it takes to achieve them;
• Enjoy taking the lead and inspiring others with your passion and commitment;
• Enjoy collaborating with others (i.e., playing on an athletics team, or in a band or orchestra);
• Have leadership experience (i.e., leadership position on a club or team; experience overseeing/managing people or organizing activities);
• Pay strong attention to detail, and have experience juggling multiple responsibilities and planning around competing priorities;
• Have experience working with a group of children;
• Embody the character traits we value in our ETHOS - Excellence, Teamwork, Humor, Ownership, and make sure our Scholars are top of mind;

Qualifications

• A 2-year or 4-year degree is a plus, but it is not mandatory.

Benefits

Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience.

Compensation Range: $65,000 - $65,000 USD

Success Academy Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.