Chess Instructor | Winter

Chess Instructor | Winter

Chess Wizards, Inc is looking for enthusiastic, reliable instructors to join our after‑school enrichment program in Aberdeen, FL. If you love chess, enjoy working with kids, can create a fun and positive classroom environment, and share the magic of chess with elementary students, this is the perfect side‑hustle.

• Competitive Pay: $50–$65 per class (typical class time ≈1½ hours, including setup, instruction, and post‑class tasks)
• Flexible
  
  Hours:
  
  Teach a minimum of 1 class up to a maximum of 5 classes per week, scheduled weekday afternoons (typically 2:00 PM–5:00 PM at local schools)
• Travel Compensation: Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles round trip)

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 energetic elementary students, managing class flow and behavior.
• Use our structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship.
• Encourage problem‑solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
• Follow school safety protocols, supervise during arrival, dismissal, and in‑class activities.
• Travel to various local school sites for each session and 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 friendly, engaging sessions.
• 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 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 ability to drive between locations.
• Availability on weekday afternoons (2:00 PM–5:00 PM) to teach 1–5 classes per week.
• Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and maintaining a strong record of reliability.
• Strong punctuality and time‑management skills.

• Resume detailing relevant experience with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings, including teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
• Questionnaire: answer questions related to your interest in the role, experience with children, and qualifications to teach chess.

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

Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Part‑time

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.