Chess Coach Essentials: Mastering the Art of Coaching

The Day & Knight Chess Club Coach Training program prepares coaches to be professional, active, kind, and continually improving their chess skills. Level 1 Coaches must be punctual, disciplined, and composed, handling tasks like attendance, setup, instruction, cleanup, and student supervision, with no phone use during duties. They should assist students, manage behavior, stay active, and treat children with care and patience, reporting any violent behavior immediately. Continuous improvement in chess skills is encouraged, with participation in weekly chess arenas. Level 2 Coaches guide the class, delegate tasks, deliver lessons, correct mistakes, engage students with puzzles, and manage time effectively. Level 3 Supervisors, with at least two semesters of experience, maintain class standards, rotate schools weekly, assist with duties, and report to supervisors. This training ensures coaches foster a positive learning environment and help students grow through chess.

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• By Edwin Ruiz

Chess Coach Safety and Conduct Training: Protecting Students, Staff, and the Community

This comprehensive training course for chess coaches focuses on creating a safe and supportive environment for students, staff, and the community. The curriculum includes topics on defining and recognizing harassment, preventive measures, best practices for coaches, and reporting procedures. It also covers responding to reports, child protection, child development, and interaction. Coaches will engage with case studies and scenarios to apply their knowledge. The course emphasizes diversity and inclusion, mental health awareness, and concludes with an assessment, feedback session, and a certification exam.

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• By Edwin Ruiz

Chess Fundamentals: Master the Basics and Join Our Thriving Community

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Day & Knight Mentorship Program Training Course

This peer mentor course equips students with essential skills for personal growth, academic success, and career readiness. Covering topics such as goal setting, time management, study techniques, college exploration, career planning, financial literacy, communication, networking, health and well-being, and interview preparation, the course offers practical tools and activities to support students in achieving their aspirations. Through engaging sessions, students learn to set SMART goals, create study schedules, explore college and career options, manage finances, build strong resumes, and prepare for interviews. The program culminates in reflection and future planning, empowering students to confidently navigate their educational and career journeys.

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• By Edwin Ruiz