Assistant Chess Instructor - Fall

Chess Wizards•Lakewood, CO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking an Assistant Chess Instructor to support an after-school chess enrichment program for elementary students in Lakewood, Colorado. The assistant works alongside a Chess Instructor to help deliver an interactive, structured chess class for groups of 15–22 students, support students’ learning, and maintain a positive and safe classroom environment. Classes are held at local schools on weekday afternoons, with start times typically between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Instructors teach from one to five classes per week, depending on local school availability. Each class takes approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. The role involves traveling to assigned school sites; mileage reimbursement is provided for trips over 15 miles one way from home or work. The position is based in Lakewood, CO, and relocation assistance is not provided. Chess Wizards provides full training and ongoing support, a curriculum and materials, free chess classes, work flexibility, and opportunities to advance to Chess Instructor. Applicants must complete a required questionnaire about their interest, experience working with children, and chess-teaching qualifications.

Requirements

Genuine interest in working with groups of elementary students.
Ability to follow direction and support the Chess Instructor’s classroom management.
Professional, positive, kid-friendly demeanor and an engaging approach to supporting learning.
Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
Strong grasp of chess fundamentals, including the ability to explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics in an age-appropriate way.
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, depending on local school availability.
Commitment to school safety protocols and strict adherence to safety and school policies.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Completion of the required application questionnaire.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching, tutoring, working as a camp counselor, or in 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 classroom activities, keep students engaged, and reinforce positive behavior.
Follow the structured curriculum and promote good sportsmanship alongside the Chess Instructor.
Manage a lively 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 assigned local school sites for each session.
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.