One Village One Voice is a 501(c)3 Nonprofit Organization located in the Bronx, We focus on keeping youth off the streets through sports and other activities. We seek a Chess Instructor for our youth program. We are looking for someone who is energetic and patient with kids and adults. This a volunteer position with our organization. We are a young nonprofit looking to expand our programs and continue to reach out to the youth. We feel chess can be a vital program for young children and teens if taught the correct way.

Please visit our website at www.onevillageonevoice.org for more information

Responsibilities:

• Teach chess to young beginners and advanced learners
• Develop curriculum, lesson plan activities for chess participants
• Help program plan fundraisers, team events, and competitions.
• Translate life lessons into chess lessons
• Work with program participants to develop their critical thinking, evaluation, risk-taking and leadership potential

Qualifications:

• Be committed to the mission of the organization and be committed to the growth the youth.
• Knowledge of the rules and game of chess
• Previous experience as a coach or participant on a chess team preferred
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with youth, parents, staff and community members
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the
• program

Please send resume and chess experience information.