Togetherhood·New York
Develop age-appropriate chess curriculum and lead weekly in-person classes for K-12 students. Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment while tracking student growth and providing constructive feedback.
What You'll Do As a member of our network, you will be matched with opportunities to teach Chess to K-12 students at schools, buildings, and communities across NYC. These teaching opportunities will be for terms that could last anywhere from 6 weeks to 18 weeks. As an after school instructor, you'll have the following responsibilities: Develop age-appropriate Chess curriculum for after-school students Lead weekly in-person classes with enthusiasm and expertise Establish a well-structured and lively classroom that keeps students engaged Foster a positive, supportive, and encouraging learning environment for students of varying skill levels Build connections with students in a warm and inclusive environment Track student growth and offer positive, helpful feedback Arrive prepared, on time, and ready to teach Create a memorable experience for the children in your class
Who You Are A fun, enthusiastic, adaptable instructor, with experience teaching school age children, and who: Has subject matter expertise in Chess Has a passion and skill for building hands-on projects with kids Has excitement, joy, and passion for both teaching kids and personal development/learning Knows how to create a fun, structured, and inclusive classroom environment Brings your own voice and creativity to each class you teach Is cooperative, supportive, flexible Is dependable, proactive, and thrives when given autonomy … and also appreciates support and clear expectations
\n $30 - $40 an hour Assistants in the Togetherhood network are paid per class. Most classes are one hour. This is contracted, supplemental 1099 work. \n
Click the Link! Provide a resume showcasing any relevant experience working with kids If you lack classroom experience, please share any other work you've done with kids, formal or informal — either in a cover letter, or there’s a space on the application questionnaire What to Expect If your resume is a fit, we’ll reach out to set up a screening call on Google Meet The final step of the process is onboarding into our platform, ready to accept classes!
Candidates must possess subject matter expertise in chess and experience working with school-age children. Applicants should be enthusiastic, dependable, and capable of creating structured, engaging classroom environments.
Market context
In New York, roles supporting youth programs and school-age services often see steady demand because organizations need reliable staff who can communicate well with children and teens. These positions are competitive when candidates show professionalism, patience, and flexibility, especially with youth ages 6–18. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your application to highlight any experience working with young people and your availability.
