After-School Chess Instructor — Flexible Hours

Chess Wizards, Inc.; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 103,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible hours

Full curriculum and materials

Free chess classes

Job summary

Chess Wizards, Inc. is seeking enthusiastic instructors to lead after-school chess classes in Fullerton, CA.

The role involves delivering fun, engaging sessions to 10–15 elementary students using a structured curriculum, promoting sportsmanship, and supervising classes at local schools. Ideal candidates have experience working with children, a strong grasp of chess fundamentals, and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals; explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics.
• Ability to connect chess problem-solving to real-life problem-solving.
• Availability on weekday afternoons within 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM to teach 1–5 classes per week.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 elementary students.
• Use structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote sportsmanship.
• Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
• Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
• Follow school safety protocols 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.

Skills

Group teaching

Class management

Chess fundamentals

Engaging students

Punctuality

Reliable transportation

Job description

Chess Wizards, Inc. is seeking enthusiastic instructors to lead after-school chess classes in Fullerton, CA.

The role involves delivering fun, engaging sessions to 10–15 elementary students using a structured curriculum, promoting sportsmanship, and supervising classes at local schools. Ideal candidates have experience working with children, a strong grasp of chess fundamentals, and reliable transportation.