Chess Instructor | Winter

Overview

Area:
Issaquah, WA 98029

Do you love chess? Do you enjoy working with kids? Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to join our after‑school enrichment program that makes learning fun and creates a positive classroom environment. If you can share the magic of chess with elementary students, this is the perfect side‑hustle.

• Competitive Pay: $60 - $75 per class (Typical class time is approximately one hour and thirty minutes including 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 between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM at various local schools.
• Travel Compensation:
  Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip). Work locations are assigned by the manager based on available schools and your availability.

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 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 groups of 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.
• 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 between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM to teach 1–5 classes per week (based on local partner schools).
• Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and maintaining a strong record of reliability and strict adherence to safety and school policies.
• Strong punctuality and time‑management skills.

• Resume:
  Include relevant experience with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings, and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
• Questionnaire:
  Complete the required questionnaire related to your interest in the role, experience with children, and qualifications to teach chess.

This position is based in Issaquah, WA. Relocation assistance is not provided. Candidates must be currently residing in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense.

Full training and ongoing support. Full curriculum and materials. Free chess classes. Opportunities for advancement. Work flexibility. Great company culture!

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.