After-School Chess Instructor for Kids | Flexible Hours

Chess Wizards, Inc.; Mountain View (CA); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 103,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Job summary

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to join our after-school enrichment program in Mountain View, CA. Teach 2:00 PM–5:00 PM sessions, 1–5 classes weekly, and travel between local schools.

You will lead engaging, structured chess lessons for elementary students, promoting sportsmanship and critical thinking with our curriculum. Training and materials provided; relocation not needed.

Qualifications

• Experience working with groups of children.
• Ability to lead a class independently and create interactive, fun sessions.
• Professional, positive, and kid-friendly demeanor.
• Genuine desire to promote good sportsmanship.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals and ability to explain moves clearly to kids.
• Ability to connect chess problem-solving to real-life scenarios.
• Reliable personal transportation.
• Availability on weekday afternoons 2:00–5:00 PM to teach 1–5 classes per week.
• Commitment to school safety protocols and strict adherence to policies.
• Strong punctuality and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun chess classes for 10–15 elementary students.
• Teach chess fundamentals using a structured curriculum.
• 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 children

Engaging teaching

Chess fundamentals

Strong punctuality

Reliable transportation

Weekday afternoon availability

Job description

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to join our after-school enrichment program in Mountain View, CA. Teach 2:00 PM–5:00 PM sessions, 1–5 classes weekly, and travel between local schools.

You will lead engaging, structured chess lessons for elementary students, promoting sportsmanship and critical thinking with our curriculum. Training and materials provided; relocation not needed.