After-School Chess Instructor — Flexible Hours & Travel

Chess Wizards, Inc.; Richmond (CA); Hybrid; USD 8,600 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Chess Wizards, Inc. in Richmond, CA seeks enthusiastic instructors to join its after-school enrichment program. Lead fun, interactive chess classes for elementary students, using a structured curriculum to teach fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship.

Classes run weekday afternoons, typically 2:00 PM–5:00 PM. Pay is $55–$75 per class (about 1.5 hours); instructors may teach 1–5 classes weekly. Travel mileage is reimbursed; relocation is not provided.

Qualifications

• Experience working with groups of children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar).
• Ability to lead a class independently and create interactive, 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; explain moves, basic strategy, and simple tactics age-appropriately.
• Ability to connect chess problem-solving to real-life problem-solving.
• Reliable personal transportation and ability to drive between locations.
• Weekday afternoon availability (2:00 PM–5:00 PM) to teach 1–5 classes per week.
• Commitment to safety protocols and reliability.
• Strong punctuality and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• 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 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

Experience with groups of children

Classroom management

Punctuality & time management

Reliable transportation

Engaging & upbeat demeanor

Job description

Chess Wizards, Inc. in Richmond, CA seeks enthusiastic instructors to join its after-school enrichment program. Lead fun, interactive chess classes for elementary students, using a structured curriculum to teach fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship.

Classes run weekday afternoons, typically 2:00 PM–5:00 PM. Pay is $55–$75 per class (about 1.5 hours); instructors may teach 1–5 classes weekly. Travel mileage is reimbursed; relocation is not provided.