About Toy Hermit Gameschooling

Toy Hermit is an in-person enrichment program that uses board games to build critical thinking, collaboration, and social-emotional skills in elementary students. We deliver structured, facilitated play sessions at partner schools across San Diego. Our mission is to create safe, engaging learning experiences that strengthen student confidence and community.

We're rapidly growing and looking for reliable, enthusiastic instructors who love working with kids and enjoy board games.

If you enjoy working with kids, love board games and puzzles, and want a flexible and rewarding role, we'd love to hear from you!

The Role

You'll facilitate small-group board game sessions with elementary students. This is not teaching in the traditional sense—it's facilitation and engagement. You'll:

• Welcome students, set behavioral expectations, and create a fun, inclusive environment
• Teach game rules, guide play, and rotate between tables to support different ages and skill levels
• Manage the energy in the room, handle minor conflicts with calm scripts, and encourage teamwork and kindness
• Set up and break down the session (we provide curated game sets)
• Ensure safe, smooth dismissal (coordinating with school staff and parents)
• Take photos (with consent) to share progress with families
• Capture brief notes after each session (standout moments, game feedback, any incidents)

Key Expectations:

• Commit to reliability: show up on time, every week
• Represent Toy Hermit well: be upbeat, energetic, and genuinely interested in the kids' experience

Who We're Looking For

Ideal Candidates Include:

• Substitute teachers (you already know classroom management and school procedures)
• Early-retired teachers or teaching assistants
• Anyone with experience working with elementary-age kids
• People who enjoy board games and strategic thinking
• Strong communicators who can manage groups and handle disruptions calmly

Must-Haves:

• Experience working with children (classroom, tutoring, coaching, camps, etc.)
• Reliable transportation (you'll travel between schools)
• Flexible afternoon availability (sessions are between 12–5pm)
• A commitment to punctuality and reliability
• Ability to engage groups and manage minor behavioral issues with positivity

Preferred:

• Teaching or substitute teaching background
• Familiarity with board games
• Current CPR/First Aid certification

Compensation & Timeline

Pay:

• Starting $20/hour for facilitation of the session
• Mileage reimbursement

Employment:

• Part-time, on Gusto payroll (W-4, I-9, tax withholding)
• Recurring weekly through seasonal cycles (spring, summer, fall, winter)
• Paid reliably on schedule

Application & Interview Process

How It Works:

1. Submit your application via the Google Form above
2. If we're interested, we'll reach out to schedule an in-person interview
3. The interview includes: A conversation with us about your experience + a live game facilitation session
4. This gives us a real sense of your teaching style, energy, and ability to engage in a fun, game-based environment
5. If it's a great fit, we'll extend an offer within a few days

Timeline: Sessions start end of August

About Toy Hermit

We've been running board game enrichment programs across several San Diego Unified and Poway Unified schools. We work with school staff, parents, and trusted instructors to create a safe, fun learning environment. We prioritize reliability, clear communication, and genuine care for every student.

Questions?

We'd love to hear from you! Reach out with any questions about the role, the program, or to discuss scheduling.