Part-Time After-School Chess Instructor (Weehawken)

Chess Wizards, Inc.; Weehawken (NJ); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Competitive pay

Full training

Job summary

Chess Wizards, Inc. is seeking enthusiastic instructors to lead after-school chess sessions for elementary students in Weehawken, NJ. You will use a structured curriculum to teach fundamentals, nurture sportsmanship, and create a fun learning environment.

Position offers flexible weekday afternoons (2:00–5:00 PM), a potential 1–5 classes per week, and mileage reimbursement for travel. Prior experience with children and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or tutoring groups of children
• Ability to manage a lively classroom
• Strong safety and supervision awareness

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 elementary students
• Use 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 in-class activities
• Travel to local school sites for each session
• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students

Skills

Group instruction

Child engagement

Punctuality

Transportation

Safety protocols

Job description

Chess Wizards, Inc. is seeking enthusiastic instructors to lead after-school chess sessions for elementary students in Weehawken, NJ. You will use a structured curriculum to teach fundamentals, nurture sportsmanship, and create a fun learning environment.

Position offers flexible weekday afternoons (2:00–5:00 PM), a potential 1–5 classes per week, and mileage reimbursement for travel. Prior experience with children and reliable transportation are required.