Chess Instructor | Fall

Location

Beaverton, OR.

• Competitive Pay: $50 - $75 per class (Typical class time is approximately one hour and thirty minutes which includes pre‑class setup, instructional time, and post‑class responsibilities)
• Flexible
  
  Hours:
  
  Teach a minimum of 1 class up to a maximum of 5 classes per week. Classes are scheduled on weekday afternoons, typically between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM at local schools.
• Travel Compensation: Mileage reimbursement provided for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip) from your home or work location.

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 energetic elementary students, guiding activities, keeping students engaged, and redirecting behavior when needed.
• Use the structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship.
• Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
• Encourage problem‑solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
• Follow school safety protocols, including supervision during arrival, dismissal, and in‑class activities.
• Travel to various local school sites for each session.
• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.

• Experience working with groups of children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counselling, or similar).
• Comfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly, and fun sessions; capable of being upbeat and engaging.
• Professional, positive, and kid‑friendly demeanor.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals; clear and confident explanation of piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics appropriate for the age group.
• Ability to connect chess problem‑solving to real‑life problem‑solving.
• Reliable personal transportation and the ability to drive between locations.
• Availability on weekday afternoons, 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, to teach 1–5 classes per week.
• Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and a strong record of reliability and adherence to safety and school policies.
• Strong punctuality and time‑management skills.

Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.