Chess After-School Instructor in Glenwood, IL (Tuesday 3:30PM-4:30PM)

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The short version of this description is:

• Pay: $60 per week, plus 50 cents per mile if driving more than 20m roundtrip.
• Schedule: Tuesday3:30pm-4:30pm
• Location: Glenwood, IL (60425)
• Dates: from Sept 12 through - May14th, for 30 weeks.
• Chess knowledge needed: Must be rated over 1200 online.
• Chess (https://nexploreusa.com/nexplore-chess/):
• Tuesdays 3:30pm-4:30pm on Sept 12, 19, 26, Oct 3, 10, 17, 24 ,Nov 7, 14, 28, Dec 5,12, 19, Jan 6, 23, 30, Feb 6, 13, 20, 29, Mar 5, 12, 19 26, Apr 2,9,16, 23 and May 7th and 14th.

About Nexplore (www.nexploreusa.com): Nexplore is a national enrichment service provider with a mission statement to foster the joy of learning through a wide range of over 40 STEAM, Life Skills, and Fitness solutions offered as after-school, in-school, and summer programs.

Nexplore Instructor Role: The Nexplore Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality, in-person STEAM classes for grades K-5 in Chicagoland. Supplied with lesson plans, curriculum, and materials, the Nexplore Instructor is responsible for preparing for instruction and teaching students. They will report to a Nexplore Program Success Manager.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Arrive on time and prepared to teach (must review lesson plans and materials prior to instruction)
• Manage instructional materials
• Deliver lessons from Nexplore’s collection of 40 programs (schedule/lessons will be provided)
• Follow required teacher:student classroom ratios at all times, as relevant
• Communicate and collaborate with Nexplore Program Success Manager and site personnel

Qualifications:

• Part-time position
• AA Degree (or higher)
• 2 years teaching/instructing (preferred)
• Passion for education and fostering the joy of learning in children
• Experience working with children
• Educational (development or training) experience
• Teaching degree or certificate is a PLUS!
• Must commit to the full proposed schedule
• Great communication and presentation skills

Requirements

• Reliable transportation
• Willing to complete a background check and fingerprints
• Willing to complete mandatory training

COVID-19 Considerations

• Protective wear may need to be worn
• COVID-19 vaccination may be required

Compensation

• Compensation is $60/week
• 50 cents/mile if driving more than 20 miles roundtrip.

Why Join Nexplore:
In addition to joining a rapidly growing national educational enrichment service organization, you will be supporting youth to foster a joy of learning and strengthen their 21st century life skills. You will join a team of passionate educators and professionals to strengthen our program offerings and organizational impact. This is an excellent opportunity for a mission-aligned teacher looking to grow professionally and impact education services locally.

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Nexplore provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Glenwood, IL (60425): Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have your own reliable means of personal transportation?
• What is your current work schedule M-F?
• In order to work with Nexplore, you must submit a COVID-19 vaccination card, Negative TB test result (done within the last five years), and/or background check LiveScan. Is this alright with you?
• Can you commit to the full term of 30 weeks? Sept 12th through May 14th.

Education:

• HS Diploma (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $60.00 per week

Schedule:

• After school
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Glenwood, IL 60425: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• What is your current schedule Monday - Friday? (Preferred)
• Can you commit to the full term? Sept 12 - May 14th. (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60