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The Mission:

Engineering Strategic Minds in the Innovation Age In 2026, the "Confidence Gap" remains the greatest hurdle for students navigating a high-speed digital world. While AI can suggest the next move, Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, and Strategic Foresight have become the most vital life skills for success. At Nexplore Midwest, we bridge this gap through the timeless art of Chess. We don't just teach pieces and patterns; we teach students to navigate complexity. We are seeking a charismatic Chess Instructor to lead these programs at the Spring Garden Waldorf School and inspire the next generation of grandmasters in life. II. Mission Logistics We believe in clarity and discipline. This specific assignment requires the following commitment:

School:

Spring Garden Waldorf School.

Location:

1791 South Jacoby Rd. Copley, OH 44321

Grades:

1st-8th.

Program:

Chess (check our website to know more at https://nexploreusa.com/).

Day of Week:

Thursdays Dates:

October 10th to November 19th, 2026.

Shift Time:

3:30 to 4:30 pm (Arrival required by 3:15 pm for setup). III. Your Impact at Spring Garden Waldorf School As the Instructor for this site, you won't just be "supervising." You will be the architect of "Joyful Learning" for 8 to 15 students. Using the Nexplore curriculum, you will ensure that every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday afternoon becomes the highlight of these students' week. IV. The "Superstar" Profile For any placement at Nexplore Midwest , we are looking for:

Punctuality & Discipline:

The school relies on us. You are the type of person who is "early if you're on time."

Grade-Level Expertise:

You have a natural ability to connect with elementary students and can pivot your teaching style to keep them engaged.

The Nexplore Vibe:

You are energetic, curious, and professional. Experience in

Chess:

ideally, we are looking for someone who has an online or in-person rating that could be higher than 1000. Teaching chess experience is a plus. V.

Compensation & Growth Rate:

$75 per session (each session includes the 15 minutes of prep time and the 5-10 minutes of dismissal).

The Training Superstar:

Access to our onboarding training before your first session , and have 1-1 or group calls with our Program Success Team if you have any questions about classroom management and leadership skills.

Future Opportunities:

Successful completion of this mission at the Spring Garden Waldorf School puts you first in line for our Summer 2026 Super-Camps .

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$75.00 per day

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Application Question(s): For which season are you available: Fall, Winter, Spring and/or Summer? Please confirm your zip code. Are you willing to complete a background check? Are you willing to complete site-specific training (Abuse Prevention, Mandated Reporter, etc.)? Have you tested negative for TB Test in the last 5 years? Are you looking for a part-time or a full-time job? Do you have reliable transportation?

Experience:

Childcare:

1 year (Preferred)

Teaching:

1 year (Required) Special education: 2 years (Preferred)

Chess:

2 years (Preferred)

Location:

Copley, OH 44321 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person