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About the Role

New York Edge is seeking a passionate, knowledgeable, and reliable individual to fill the role of Chess Specialist. In this part-time role, you will be responsible for facilitating and engaging young people in Chess in one of our after-school programs across the five boroughs.

Responsibilities

Build a classroom culture where scholars develop a love for chess and enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Plan lessons, projects, and units for the after-school program and ensure their successful execution.
Teach a rigorous chess curriculum, starting with basics and progressing to advanced concepts.
Coach and develop a team of participants for city, state, and national chess tournaments.
Coordinate and lead family chess nights and internal network chess tournaments.
Actively engage in training and collaborate with chess specialists for feedback and professional development.
Engage youth in critical thinking, evaluation, and risk-taking through the arts.
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet diverse student needs.
Promote positive character development in all youth.
Coordinate subject-related trips, guest speakers, special events, scrimmages, tournaments, and college trips.

Requirements

Demonstrate all basic rules of chess, including piece movement, castling, checkmate, check, drawn game conditions, proper setup, and En Passant.
Teach the principles and basic strategies of the three phases of the chess game (opening, middle, and endgame).
Knowledge of tactics, positions, openings, endgames, gambits, traps, and mates.
Have a positive attitude and follow directions.
Connect positively and effectively with children, team members, and other staff.
Ability to plan and initiate age-appropriate games and activities.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
A minimum of two years of chess-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required.
Tournament experience is a plus.
Have teaching experience and a record of propelling students' understanding and love of chess.
Experience working with children of multiple intelligences and differentiated learning styles.
May be required to walk up and down stairs.
May have to lift or move objects/materials as needed.
Work is performed mostly within the Wyandanch School District but may require interaction with the community at-large during trips or events.
Job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and Department of Health at the time of offer and acceptance.

Skills

Chess basics
Chess strategy
Critical thinking
Problem-solving
Teaching
Communication
Adaptability

Location

New York City
Wyandanch School District

Work Type

Part-time
After-school program

Experience Level

Minimum of two years of chess-related skill, knowledge, or experience

Education Level

High school diploma or equivalent

About the Company

New York Edge is the largest provider of after-school and summer camp programs in New York City public schools.
Each year, programs in academics, including STEM, the arts, sports and wellness, and college access, help 40,000 students develop leadership skills and succeed in school.
Working parents count on our programs to provide safe and enriching environments for their children.

Equal Opportunity

New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.