Kids Chess Instructor - Flexible Afternoon Schedule

Chess Wizards; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 84,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Flexible Hours

Training and Support

Free Chess Classes

Opportunities for Advancement

Great Company Culture

Job summary

Chess Wizards is looking for enthusiastic instructors in Santa Cruz, CA to lead after-school chess classes. Ideal candidates love chess, enjoy working with children, and can create engaging, fun learning environments.

Responsibilities include managing classrooms and teaching chess fundamentals to elementary students while implementing school safety protocols. Classes are scheduled on weekday afternoons, providing flexibility in hours.

Competitive pay is offered, and candidates should have a strong grasp of chess, reliable transportation, and relevant experience working with children.

Qualifications

• Experience working with groups of children such as in teaching, tutoring, or coaching.
• Comfort leading classes independently while creating interactive and friendly sessions.
• Genuine desire to promote good sportsmanship and be a positive role model.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals and ability to explain strategies age-appropriately.
• Reliable personal transportation for traveling between locations.
• Availability to teach 1-5 classes per week on weekday afternoons.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun and interactive chess classes for energetic elementary students.
• Teach chess fundamentals using our structured curriculum.
• Manage the classroom with confidence while encouraging student engagement.
• Follow school safety protocols and supervise students during activities.

Skills

Experience working with groups of children

Engagement and interaction skills

Positive and kid-friendly demeanor

Strong grasp of chess fundamentals

Reliable personal transportation

Time-management skills

Job description

Chess Wizards is looking for enthusiastic instructors in Santa Cruz, CA to lead after-school chess classes. Ideal candidates love chess, enjoy working with children, and can create engaging, fun learning environments.

Responsibilities include managing classrooms and teaching chess fundamentals to elementary students while implementing school safety protocols. Classes are scheduled on weekday afternoons, providing flexibility in hours.

Competitive pay is offered, and candidates should have a strong grasp of chess, reliable transportation, and relevant experience working with children.