*Yes For Chess is looking for individuals who love encouraging children to reach their potential!*
Yes For Chess is looking to hire a Teacher Support Specialist to join our team! The Teacher Support Specialist supports operations in our main office while working with students in the afternoon at schools near Palo Alto,Sunnyvale, Santa Clara and neighboring cities.
New hire is expected to work 16 to 18 hours per week.
At Yes For Chess, we use chess to teach children problem-solving, planning, and patience in an after-school setting.
We are looking for individuals to join our team of instructors who teach chess fundamentals to elementary school students.
Some tasks of the Teacher Support Specialist:
Answer parent questions about our program (email & phone)
Record and maintain databases
Assist with hiring and staff orientation
Work with students ages 6-11 to learn the fundamentals of chess
Oversee student safety and the parent pick-up process at a school campus
You are not required to be great at chess! If you enjoy chess and are willing to improve your skills, we can show you what we know! Candidates should have experience working with youth, preferably elementary-aged students, such as tutoring, volunteering, or other verifiable experiences.
The Teacher Support Specialist part-time position starts at $20 to $23 an hour.
Partial compensation provided for miles driven to school sites.
This position is also eligible for our retirement plan.
Ideal candidates for a Teacher Support Specialist:
* Can commit 16+ hours per week during the school year
* Can pass a background check
* Able to drive to different school locations and the main office in Fremont
* Responsible with confidential records
* Experience with Google Workspace (Drive, Docs, Sheets) and Microsoft Office
* Experience working with youth ages 6-11 (tutor, volunteering, etc.
)
* Being able to continue working in the 2024-25 school year is a plus!
About Us
Yes for Chess was created in 2008 with the idea to use chess to teach children critical thinking and creative problem-solving in a fun setting! This concept was quickly embraced by schools and parents, which allowed us to teach thousands of students throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.
00 - $23.
00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k) matching
* Flexible schedule
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
* Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person