Chess Instructor

Chess Wizard Instructor

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. Competitive pay, flexible hours, and travel compensation are available.

Location:

Pinole, CA 94564

Schedule:

Monday - Friday 12pm-6pm

Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 energetic elementary students. Instructors should be comfortable guiding activities, keeping students engaged, and redirecting behavior when needed. 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.

We're looking for someone with 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. 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, with class start times falling within the 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM window, to teach 1–5 classes per week. Commitment to implementing school safety protocols to protect students' well-being. Strong punctuality and time-management skills.

Application Requirements:
Resume including relevant experience, and a questionnaire related to your interest in the role, your experience working with children, and your qualifications to teach chess, among other topics.

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

Location Requirement:
This position is based in Pinole, CA. Please note that 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.