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Job Summary:Yearn 2 Learn Academy is seeking a reliable, engaging, and student-centered Chess Instructor to teach in-person beginner and intermediate youth chess classes in Lathrop, CA. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with children, can lead a structured and positive classroom, and can help students build strong fundamentals, confidence, and tournament readiness.This role is ideal for a coach who can teach both beginner and intermediate students, maintain a productive classroom environment, and communicate professionally regarding attendance, lesson flow, and student progress.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Teach in-person chess classes for beginner and intermediate students</li><li>Lead fun, structured, and educational lessons</li><li>Teach chess fundamentals, tactics, strategy, notation, sportsmanship, and game review</li><li>Adjust instruction based on student level and pace</li><li>Manage classroom behavior positively and effectively</li><li>Keep students engaged and focused in a group setting</li><li>Track attendance and provide brief updates after class as needed</li><li>Assist with in-house games, practice matches, and tournament preparation when needed</li><li>Submit simple class notes or tournament reports if requested</li><li>Arrive on time and maintain a dependable, professional presence</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Experience teaching chess to children in a group setting</li><li>Ability to teach both beginner and intermediate students</li><li>Strong classroom management and communication skills</li><li>Reliable, organized, and professional</li><li>Ability to explain concepts clearly to younger learners</li><li>Comfortable leading small-group in-person classes</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>USCF rating, FIDE rating, or equivalent online playing strength</li><li>USCF 1200+ preferred for this role</li><li>Experience with scholastic chess, after-school programs, camps, or clubs</li><li>Tournament experience as a player, coach, or organizer</li><li>Experience preparing students for local tournaments</li><li>Willingness to complete required youth safety/background screening if needed</li></ul>Schedule:<ul><li>Weekday afternoons / early evenings</li><li>Occasional weekend event or tournament support may be available</li><li>Specific days and times will depend on program schedule and candidate availability</li></ul>Compensation Notes:Compensation depends on experience, teaching ability, playing strength, and whether the role includes only instruction or additional responsibilities such as tournament support or reporting.What We Value:We are looking for more than a strong chess player. We value instructors who are dependable, positive, organized, great with children, and able to help build a high-quality experience for students and families.To Apply, Please Send:<ul><li>Resume or summary of teaching/coaching experience</li><li>Chess background and current/highest rating</li><li>Availability</li><li>Brief note about your experience working with children</li><li>Short answer to these questions:</li><li>What is your current chess rating (USCF, FIDE, Chess.com, or Lichess)?</li><li>What experience do you have teaching children in a classroom, camp, club, or tutoring setting?</li></ul>Pay: $50.00 - $65.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Referral program</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Part-Time Youth Chess Instructor for After School Classes

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Part-Time Youth Chess Instructor for After School Classes