Chess Teacher, 2026–2027 School Year

Job overview

The Chess Teacher, 2026–2027 School Year role is onsite in New York, NY. Compensation is $65,000–$105,500 per year. Zeta Charter Schools aims to provide high academic achievement and social-emotional development through a PreK–12 pathway in New York City. The teacher designs rigorous chess lessons that build strategic thinking, problem-solving, focus, and perseverance. The role monitors student progress, builds relationships with students and families, and collaborates with colleagues to integrate chess into the broader school experience.

What you'll do

• Design inquiry-driven chess lessons
• build an inclusive classroom culture
• use student work and data to monitor progress
• develop student and family relationships
• contribute to whole-school initiatives and instructional support
• collaborate with colleagues and participate in weekly professional learning.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

chess teacher

2026–2027 school year

new york ny

zeta charter schools

chess instruction

strategic thinking

problem-solving

student progress

classroom culture

family relationships

weekly professional learning

bachelor’s degree

$65k–$105.5k/year

relocation reimbursement

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) with matching contributions
• wellness stipend
• therapy sessions and Headspace
• MacBook Air
• professional development books and growth support.

Why this role

Requires chess mastery at a rating of 1600 or above, a bachelor’s degree, and at least 1–2+ years of teaching experience; eligible teachers relocating may receive reimbursement up to $2,500.

About the employer

Zeta Charter Schools is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.