After-School Chess Instructor: Flexible Hours & Travel Pay

Chess Wizards, Inc.; Diamond Bar (CA); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Free chess classes

Advancement opportunities

Flexible work culture

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Chess Wizards, Inc. is seeking enthusiastic instructors for our after-school enrichment program in Diamond Bar, CA. Lead fun, structured chess classes for 10–15 elementary students, using our curriculum to teach fundamentals and sportsmanship.

Travel between local schools, arrive prepared, and maintain a positive classroom environment. Onboarding and training occur in the summer, with active teaching assignments commencing in the fall.

Qualifications

• Experience working with groups of children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings.
• Ability to lead a class independently and create interactive, engaging sessions.
• Professional, positive, kid-friendly demeanor and strong classroom management.
• Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals; explain moves and simple tactics to kids.
• Reliable personal transportation to drive between school locations.
• Availability on weekday afternoons to teach 1–5 classes per week.
• Commitment to safety protocols and school policies; punctual and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 elementary students.
• Use our curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and sportsmanship.
• Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
• Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
• Follow safety protocols during arrival, dismissal, and activities.
• Travel to various local school sites for each session.
• Arrive prepared and on time to engage students.

Skills

Group teaching

Independent teaching

Professional demeanor

Chess fundamentals

Transport available

Weekday afternoons

Safety compliance

Punctuality

Job description

Chess Wizards, Inc. is seeking enthusiastic instructors for our after-school enrichment program in Diamond Bar, CA. Lead fun, structured chess classes for 10–15 elementary students, using our curriculum to teach fundamentals and sportsmanship.

Travel between local schools, arrive prepared, and maintain a positive classroom environment. Onboarding and training occur in the summer, with active teaching assignments commencing in the fall.