Website: tacsports.ca
Video: https://youtu.be/YSClcgKDLJY?si=3l4aVUw-_DWjC4Uo
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tac-sports/
Important information
Interview steps:
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Virtual interview (Google Meets only)
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In person group interview (Invite to Head Office Location)
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Invite to First-Aid Certification (if required)
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Must pass in person group interview to be selected for any camps or programs
TAC Sports is seeking a full-time Chess Instructor to lead an engaging and interactive summer camp program for children who enjoy strategy, problem-solving, and academic challenges. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children, has a passion for learning and critical thinking, and can create a fun, supportive, and inspiring camp environment.
The Chess Instructor position is designed for curious and motivated young minds who love to think, plan, and solve problems. Through a dynamic mix of chess, strategic games, brain teasers, and hands-on math activities, campers build logic, focus, creativity, and confidence while developing valuable critical-thinking skills in a collaborative setting.
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Lead chess class sessions in a safe, engaging, and age-appropriate environment
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Teach and support activities focused on chess, strategic thinking, logic, problem-solving, and math-based learning
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Guide campers through brain teasers, games, and interactive challenges that promote focus, creativity, and confidence
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Encourage teamwork, sportsmanship, and positive participation during both individual and group activities
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Adapt activities and instruction to suit different ages, abilities, and learning styles
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Supervise campers throughout activities, transitions, and breaks to ensure safety and positive behaviour
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Assist with daily camp setup, cleanup, material preparation, and activity organization
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Build positive relationships with campers, families, and TAC Sports staff
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Follow TAC Sports’ program plans, safety procedures, and child supervision standards at all times
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Help create a motivating and encouraging environment where campers can celebrate growth and achievement
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Experience working with children in camps, education, recreation, tutoring, or youth programs
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Interest in chess, math, strategy games, or problem-solving activities
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Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills
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Energetic, patient, and confident leading groups in a camp or classroom-style setting
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Ability to make learning interactive, accessible, and enjoyable for children
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Background in education, recreation, mathematics, child development, or a related field is an asset
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First Aid/CPR certification and Vulnerable Sector Check, or willingness to obtain them, preferred
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Full-time summer employment with a growing youth sports and enrichment organization
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A fun, supportive, and engaging team environment
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Meaningful work helping children build confidence, logic, and problem-solving skills
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A dynamic role combining education, creativity, and camp programming
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Opportunities for training, growth, and continued involvement with TAC Sports
