Afterschool Chess Coach for Kids | Flexible Hours & Mileage

Chess Wizards, Inc.; Vallejo (CA); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 103,000; Part 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 instructors to lead after-school chess sessions for elementary students in Vallejo, CA. You’ll work with the standard curriculum, keep sessions engaging, and promote good sportsmanship.

Schedules are weekday afternoons with 2:00–5:00 PM starts; travel between local schools is required. This is a flexible, part-time role with potential for growth and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Experience working with groups of children.
• Ability to lead a class independently.
• Positive, kid-friendly demeanor.
• Strong grasp of classroom safety and procedures.
• Reliable personal transportation and ability to drive between locations.
• Availability on weekday afternoons (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM) to teach 1–5 classes per week.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for elementary students.
• Use structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and sportsmanship.
• Create a lively, engaging classroom environment.
• Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
• Travel to various local school sites for sessions; arrive prepared and on time.

Skills

Experience with children

Public speaking

Punctuality

Transportation

Job description

Chess Wizards, Inc. is seeking enthusiastic instructors to lead after-school chess sessions for elementary students in Vallejo, CA. You’ll work with the standard curriculum, keep sessions engaging, and promote good sportsmanship.

Schedules are weekday afternoons with 2:00–5:00 PM starts; travel between local schools is required. This is a flexible, part-time role with potential for growth and ongoing training.