Playful After-School Chess Instructor — Seattle

Chess Wizards; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 82,656 - 103,320; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training and ongoing support

Free chess classes

Opportunities for advancement

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic instructors in Seattle to lead interactive chess classes for elementary students. Responsibilities include guiding fun lessons, managing a classroom, and promoting good sportsmanship. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children, a strong understanding of chess, and reliable transportation. The position offers competitive pay of $60 - $75 per class and flexible hours, allowing instructors to teach between one to five classes per week with travel reimbursement for distant locations.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings.
• Comfort leading a class independently and creating engaging sessions.
• Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote sportsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Lead interactive chess classes for 10–15 elementary students.
• Use curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship.
• Manage the classroom with confidence and positivity.

Skills

Experience working with groups of children

Strong grasp of chess fundamentals

Reliable personal transportation

Strong punctuality and time-management skills

Job description

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic instructors in Seattle to lead interactive chess classes for elementary students. Responsibilities include guiding fun lessons, managing a classroom, and promoting good sportsmanship. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children, a strong understanding of chess, and reliable transportation. The position offers competitive pay of $60 - $75 per class and flexible hours, allowing instructors to teach between one to five classes per week with travel reimbursement for distant locations.