Vallejo: After-School Chess Instructor, Flexible Hours

Chess Wizards, Inc; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedule

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Chess Wizards, Inc. is seeking enthusiastic instructors to lead after-school chess classes for elementary students in Vallejo, CA. Sessions run weekday afternoons with 2:00 PM–5:00 PM start times; instructors travel to local schools and join a supportive team.

Training is provided, and full curriculum materials are included. Join a flexible side-hustle with competitive per-class pay and mileage reimbursement for travel beyond 15 miles one way.

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.
• Professional, positive, and kid-friendly demeanor.
• Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals; explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to drive between locations.
• Availability on weekday afternoons (2:00 PM–5:00 PM) to teach 1–5 classes per week.
• Commitment to implementing school safety protocols.

Responsibilities

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

Group instruction

Chess fundamentals

Engaging sessions

Safety compliance

Punctuality

Transportation ability

Weekday availability

Job description

Chess Wizards, Inc. is seeking enthusiastic instructors to lead after-school chess classes for elementary students in Vallejo, CA. Sessions run weekday afternoons with 2:00 PM–5:00 PM start times; instructors travel to local schools and join a supportive team.

Training is provided, and full curriculum materials are included. Join a flexible side-hustle with competitive per-class pay and mileage reimbursement for travel beyond 15 miles one way.