TEACHING INSTRUCTORS

Our recruitment team is currently conducting interviews for sessions scheduled to start in late summer/early fall.

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. Flexible Hours: The specific number is based on the availability of classes at local schools in your area. Classes are scheduled on weekday afternoons, with start times typically falling between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM at various local schools

Travel Compensation: Mileage reimbursement provided for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip), from your home or work location. Work locations are assigned by the manager based on available schools and classes in your area.

Use our structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship

Follow school safety protocols, including supervision during arrival, dismissal, and in-class activities

Travel to various local school sites for each session

Required Experience working with groups of children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar)

Professional, positive, and kid-friendly demeanor

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. The specific number of classes depends on availability at local partner schools.

Commitment to implementing school safety protocols to protect students' well-being. Because you will supervise children independently, a strong record of reliability and strict adherence to safety and school policies is required.

Application Requirements

Resume: Include a resume detailing your relevant experience, including working with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings, as well as any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.

Questionnaire: As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a required 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. 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.

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.