Assistant Chess Instructor - Fall

Chess Wizards•Lakewood, CO

9d•$35 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is hiring Assistant Instructors for its after-school chess enrichment program in Lakewood, Colorado. The role supports a Chess Instructor in delivering fun, interactive chess classes for groups of 15–22 elementary students. Assistants help students learn chess fundamentals, encourage problem-solving and good sportsmanship, support classroom management, and follow school safety protocols. Classes take place at various local schools on weekday afternoons, with start times typically between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Instructors teach between one and five classes per week, depending on local school availability. Each class session is approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $35–$40 per class, with mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way. Full training, curriculum, materials, ongoing support, and opportunities to advance to Chess Instructor are provided. Candidates must reside in the Lakewood area or be willing to relocate at their own expense; relocation assistance is not provided.

Requirements

Genuine interest in working with groups of elementary students.
Strong grasp of chess fundamentals, including piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics, and the ability to explain them in an age-appropriate way.
Ability to follow direction and support classroom management while helping create interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
Professional, positive, and kid-friendly demeanor.
Desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
Ability to connect chess problem-solving to real-life problem-solving.
Reliable personal transportation and ability to drive between locations.
Availability on weekday afternoons, with class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, for one to five classes per week, subject to local school availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and strictly following safety and school policies.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Completion of the required application questionnaire about interest in the role, experience working with children, and chess-teaching qualifications.

Nice To Haves

Experience in teaching, tutoring, camp counseling, or a similar role.

Responsibilities

Assist the Chess Instructor with setting up and managing interactive chess classes for 15–22 elementary students.
Provide one-on-one or small-group support to help students practice piece movements and understand basic chess concepts.
Support class activities, student engagement, and positive behavior.
Follow the structured curriculum and promote good sportsmanship alongside the Chess Instructor.
Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
Follow school safety protocols, including supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities.
Travel to local school sites for each session.
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.