Chess Instructor | Winter

Area

Boca Raton, FL

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to join our after‑school enrichment program. If you can make learning fun, create a positive classroom environment, and share the magic of chess with elementary students, this is the perfect side‑hustle. Apply today and get paid to teach chess!

• Competitive Pay: $50–$65 per class (approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including pre‑class setup, instructional time, and post‑class responsibilities)
• Flexible
  
  Hours:
  
  Teach a minimum of 1 up to a maximum of 5 classes per week (weekday afternoons, 2:00‑5:00 PM at various local schools)
• Travel Compensation:
  Mileage reimbursement provided for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles round‑trip)

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 energetic elementary students, keeping them engaged and redirecting behavior when needed
• Use our structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship
• 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 counseling, or similar)
• Comfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly, and fun sessions; we seek upbeat, engaging instructors
• Professional, positive, and kid‑friendly demeanor
• Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals; able to clearly and confidently explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics in an age‑appropriate way
• 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, 2:00‑5:00 PM, to teach 1–5 classes per week (number depends on school availability)
• Commitment to implementing school safety protocols; strong record of reliability and adherence to safety and school policies is required
• Strong punctuality and time‑management skills

• Resume:
  Include a resume detailing your relevant experience, including working with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings, as well as any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
• Questionnaire:
  You will be asked to complete a required questionnaire related to your interest in the role, your experience working with children, and your qualifications to teach chess.

Chess Wizards instructors receive full training and ongoing support, full curriculum and materials, free chess classes, opportunities for advancement, work flexibility, and a great company culture.

This position is based in Boca Raton, FL
. Relocation assistance is not provided; candidates must currently reside in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense.

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.