After-School Chess Tutor & Mentor (Flexible Hours)

Chess Wizards, Inc.; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free chess classes

Full training and materials

Opportunities for advancement

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Chess Wizards seeks enthusiastic, reliable Assistant Instructors to support our after-school program in Round Rock, TX. This is a great side-hustle, offering hands-on teaching experience and the chance to mentor young chess players.

You will assist in setup, engage 15–22 students per class, and follow a structured curriculum. Classes run weekday afternoons (2:00–5:00 PM); travel between local schools is required.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in working with groups of elementary students.
• Experience (teaching, tutoring, camp counseling, or similar) is a plus
• Ability to follow direction, support the Chess Instructor's classroom management, and help create interactive, friendly, and 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. You should be able to clearly and confidently explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics in an age-appropriate way.
• Ability to connect chess problem-solving to real-life problem-solving
• Reliable personal transportation and the ability to drive between locations.
• Availability on weekday afternoons, with class start times falling within the 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM window, to teach 1–5 classes per week
• Commitment to implementing school safety protocols to protect students’ well-being
• Strong punctuality and time-management skills

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chess Instructor in setting up and managing a fun, interactive chess class for 15-22 elementary students.
• Provide one-on-one or small-group support to students, helping them practice piece movements and understand basic concepts
• Support the Chess Instructor in guiding activities, keeping students engaged, and reinforcing positive behavior.
• Follow the structured curriculum and promote good sportsmanship alongside the Chess Instructor.
• Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity
• Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking
• Follow school safety protocols, including supervision 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

Chess fundamentals

Punctuality

Time-management

Student engagement

Transportation

Job description

Chess Wizards seeks enthusiastic, reliable Assistant Instructors to support our after-school program in Round Rock, TX. This is a great side-hustle, offering hands-on teaching experience and the chance to mentor young chess players.

You will assist in setup, engage 15–22 students per class, and follow a structured curriculum. Classes run weekday afternoons (2:00–5:00 PM); travel between local schools is required.