Chess Instructor | Winter

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Location:

Irvine, CA.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Do you love chess? Do you enjoy working with kids? 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: $55–$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. The specific number is based on the availability of classes at local schools in your area.
• Travel Compensation:
  Mileage reimbursement provided for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip).

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 energetic elementary students.
• Use our 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 children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar).
• Comfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
• Professional, positive, and kid‑friendly demeanor.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals; ability 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; ability to drive between locations.
• Availability on weekday afternoons.
• Commitment to implementing school safety protocols.
• Strong punctuality and time‑management skills.

• Resume detailing relevant experience with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings, and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
• Questionnaire: complete a required questionnaire related to your interest in the role, experience working with children, and 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 Irvine, CA. Relocation assistance is not provided. Candidates must be currently residing 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.