Assistant Chess Instructor - Fall

Chess Wizards • Lone Tree, CO

9d • $35 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking an enthusiastic, reliable Assistant Chess Instructor to support an after-school chess enrichment program for elementary students in Lone Tree, Colorado. The assistant helps the Chess Instructor run engaging classes for groups of 15–22 students, supports students as they learn chess fundamentals, and promotes positive behavior and good sportsmanship. Classes are held at local schools on weekday afternoons, with start times typically between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Assistants teach between one and five classes per week, depending on local school availability. A typical class commitment is approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. The role requires travel between school locations and personal transportation. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from home or work. Full training, curriculum, materials, and ongoing support are provided. Relocation assistance is not available.

Requirements

• Genuine interest in working with groups of elementary students.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals, including piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics, and ability to explain them clearly in an age-appropriate way.
• Ability to follow direction and support the Chess Instructor’s classroom management.
• Professional, positive, kid-friendly demeanor and desire to be a positive role model.
• Ability to connect chess problem-solving to real-life problem-solving.
• Reliable personal transportation and ability to drive between locations.
• Availability on weekday afternoons for one to five classes per week, with class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, subject to local class availability.
• Commitment to school safety protocols and strict adherence to safety and school policies.
• Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
• Currently residing in the Lone Tree, Colorado area or willing to relocate at personal expense.
• Completion of a 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 individual or small-group support to students practicing chess piece movements and learning basic concepts.
• Support classroom activities, student engagement, and positive behavior.
• Follow the structured curriculum and promote good sportsmanship alongside the Chess Instructor.
• Manage an active classroom with confidence and positivity.
• Encourage students’ problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
• Follow school safety protocols and supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities.
• Travel to local school sites for each session.
• Arrive punctually and prepared to engage students.

Benefits

• Pay of $35–$40 per class; typical class time is approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities.
• Flexible schedule of one to five weekday-afternoon classes per week, depending on local school availability.
• Mileage reimbursement for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from home or work.
• Full training and ongoing support.
• Full curriculum and materials provided.
• Free chess classes.
• Opportunities for advancement to Chess Instructor.
• Work flexibility.
• Great company culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed