Flexible-Hours Chess Instructor: After-School Coach for Kids

Chess Wizards, Inc.; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Part time

Job summary

Chess Wizards, Inc. in Tualatin, OR is seeking enthusiastic instructors for an after-school program. Teach 1–5 classes per week (2:00–5:00 PM on weekdays) to 10–15 elementary students using a structured chess curriculum. Enjoy competitive per-class pay, travel mileage reimbursement, and full training in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities include delivering engaging lessons, promoting sportsmanship, and ensuring safety and punctuality at every session across local schools.

Qualifications

• Experience working with groups of children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar).
• Ability to lead a class independently with engaging, friendly sessions.
• Professional, positive, kid-friendly demeanor.
• Desire to be a positive role model and promote sportsmanship.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals; explain moves and basic strategy clearly.
• Ability to connect chess problem-solving to real-life situations.
• Reliable transportation and ability to drive between locations.
• Weekday afternoon availability (6:00 PM–7:00 PM) for 1–5 classes per week.
• Commitment to school safety protocols and supervising students.
• Strong punctuality and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 elementary students.
• Use 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

Teaching experience

Classroom leadership

Chess fundamentals

Time management

Reliability

Job description

Chess Wizards, Inc. in Tualatin, OR is seeking enthusiastic instructors for an after-school program. Teach 1–5 classes per week (2:00–5:00 PM on weekdays) to 10–15 elementary students using a structured chess curriculum. Enjoy competitive per-class pay, travel mileage reimbursement, and full training in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities include delivering engaging lessons, promoting sportsmanship, and ensuring safety and punctuality at every session across local schools.