Chess Instructor Fall

Chess Wizards, Inc.; Delaware; On-site; USD 68,880 - 89,544; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel compensation

Flexible hours

Job summary

Chess Wizards, Inc. is seeking enthusiastic instructors to teach interactive chess classes in Bear, DE. Candidates should have experience working with children and a strong understanding of chess fundamentals. This position offers competitive pay of $50–$65 per class, with flexible hours.

Instructors will lead engaging classes, utilize structured curriculum, and travel to local schools. Candidates must have reliable transportation and be available weekday afternoons.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching, tutoring, coaching, or similar roles.
• Ability to explain chess fundamentals in an age-appropriate manner.
• Commitment to school safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead interactive chess classes for elementary students.
• Use structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals.
• Travel to various local school sites for each session.

Skills

Experience working with groups of children

Comfort leading a class independently

Professional, positive, and kid-friendly demeanor

Strong grasp of chess fundamentals

Reliable personal transportation

Job description

Area: Bear, DE

Please Note: This vacancy is designated for the Fall season. Our recruitment team is currently conducting interviews for sessions scheduled to start in late summer/early fall.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay: $50–$65 per class (Typical class time is approximately one hour and thirty minutes which includes pre-class setup, instructional time, and post-class responsibilities)
• Flexible Hours: Teach a minimum of 1 class up to a maximum of 5 classes per week. The specific number is based on the availability of classes at local schools in your area. Classes are scheduled on weekday afternoons, with start times typically falling between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM at various local schools
• Travel Compensation: Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip) to/from your home or work location.

What You’ll Do

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 energetic elementary students. Instructors should be comfortable guiding activities, keeping students engaged, and redirecting behavior when needed.
• Use our structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship.
• 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.

What We’re Looking For

Required

• Experience working with groups of children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar).
• Comfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly, and fun sessions. We seek upbeat, engaging instructors.
• Professional, positive, and kid‑friendly demeanor.
• Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals. Ability to 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 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. Exact number depends on availability at partner schools.
• Commitment to implementing school safety protocols to protect students’ well‑being. Because you will supervise children independently, a strong record of reliability and strict adherence to safety and school policies is required.
• Strong punctuality and time‑management skills.

Application Requirements

• Resume: Include a resume detailing your relevant experience, including working with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings, as well as any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
• Questionnaire: A required questionnaire related to your interest in the role, your experience working with children, and your qualifications to teach chess, among other topics.

Location Requirement: This position is based in Bear, DE. Relocation assistance is not provided. Candidates must be currently residing in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense.

Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.