Elementary Chess Club Sponsor- Madison
Elementary Chess Club Sponsor- Madison
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Job Description
Reports to:Building Principal
General Summary:The Elementary Chess Club Sponsor is responsible for organizingleading and instructing the Madison Elementary Chess Club in the fall. This role involvesteaching fundamental chess concepts organizing and supervising club meetings andpromoting good sportsmanship and critical thinking Elementary Chess Coach is responsible for organizing leading and instructing theMadison Elementary Chess Teams in the winter. Teams are made up from the strongestplayers of the club who are placed in 4-member teams that compete at local and state
tournaments.
Essential Functions:
- Instruction: Develop and deliver age-appropriate chess lessons for students in the club. Lessons should cover basic rules opening principles middle game tactics and endgame strategies.
- Club Management: Organize and lead regular chess club meetings. Create a structured schedule for meetings including time for instruction free play and organized play.
- Student Supervision: Supervise all students during chess club activities ensuring a safe and respectful environment.
- Skill Development: Help students develop critical thinking problem-solving and sportsmanship skills through the game of chess.
- Communication: Maintain open communication with the school administration parents and students. Provide regular updates on club activities and student progress.
- Equipment Management: Oversee the schools chess equipment (boards pieces clocks) and ensure it is stored and maintained properly.
- Recruitment & Promotion: Assist in promoting the chess club to students and families to maintain strong enrollment.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Experience teaching or working with elementary-aged children is highly preferred.
- Knowledge: Basic understanding of chess rules strategies and tactics is helpful.
- Patience& Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with young children. Patience enthusiasm and a positive attitude are essential.
- Background Check: Must be able to pass a background check as required by the school district.
Working Conditions:
- Schedule: The chess club typically meets once per week for 45 minutes. Club sponsors choose the time and day.
- Environment: Meetings are held in the music room at Madison Elementary School.
Compensation:
- This position is paid via a stipend the amount of which will is determined by the number of sessions and activities.
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest to Francesca Hoffman or the contact the Madison Elementary School office.
Employment Type
Part-Time
