Chess Instructor

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!

Monday – Friday 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Walnut Creek, CA 94598.

• Competitive Pay: $55–$75 per class (typical class time ≈ 1 ½ hours, 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, based on local school availability. Classes are scheduled on weekday afternoons, typically between 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm.
• Travel Compensation:
  Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip). Work locations are assigned by the manager.

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 elementary students.
• Use our structured curriculum to teach 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).
• Comfortable 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 and 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 and ability to drive between locations.
• Availability on weekday afternoons, 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm, to teach 1–5 classes per week (number of classes depends on availability at local partner schools).
• Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and strong reliability record.
• Strong punctuality and time‑management skills.

• Resume detailing relevant experience with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings.
• Questionnaire regarding your interest in the role, experience with children, and qualifications to teach chess.

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

This position is based in Walnut Creek, CA. 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.