Portland After-School Chess Instructor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Flexible Hours

Travel Compensation

Job summary

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to join our after-school enrichment program. If you can make learning fun, create a positive classroom environment, and share the magic of chess with elementary students, this is the perfect side-hustle.

Lead engaging, age-appropriate chess sessions at local schools, using our structured curriculum. Teach 10–15 students per class, travel between sites, and enjoy flexible weekday afternoons with compensation per class.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Experience with groups of children

Classroom management

Punctuality and time management

Reliable transportation

Job description

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to join our after-school enrichment program. If you can make learning fun, create a positive classroom environment, and share the magic of chess with elementary students, this is the perfect side-hustle.

Lead engaging, age-appropriate chess sessions at local schools, using our structured curriculum. Teach 10–15 students per class, travel between sites, and enjoy flexible weekday afternoons with compensation per class.