After-School Chess Instructor: Teach Kids, Flexible Hours

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

Benefits offered by this job

Full training and ongoing support

Free chess classes

Opportunities for advancement

Work flexibility

Great company culture

Job summary

Chess Wizards, Inc. is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to join our after-school enrichment program in Pinole, CA.

If you love chess and enjoy working with elementary students, this side-hustle lets you teach engaging lessons, create a positive classroom environment, and share the magic of chess. The position offers competitive pay per class, flexible hours (1–5 classes weekly), and travel mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Experience working with groups of children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings.
• Ability to lead a class independently in an engaging, friendly way.
• Professional, positive, kid-friendly demeanor and a role model for sportsmanship.
• Desire to promote good sportsmanship and safety.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals and ability to explain movement and basic tactics.
• Ability to connect chess problem-solving to real-life scenarios.
• Reliable personal transportation and ability to drive between locations.
• Weekday afternoon availability to teach 1–5 classes per week.
• Commitment to school safety policies; reliable and punctual.
• Strong time-management and punctuality.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Group instruction

Class management

Time management

Punctuality

Positive demeanor

Chess fundamentals

Reliable transportation

Weekday afternoon availability

Safety adherence

Engaging teaching style

Job description

Chess Wizards, Inc. is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to join our after-school enrichment program in Pinole, CA.

If you love chess and enjoy working with elementary students, this side-hustle lets you teach engaging lessons, create a positive classroom environment, and share the magic of chess. The position offers competitive pay per class, flexible hours (1–5 classes weekly), and travel mileage reimbursement.