Assistant Chess Instructor - Fall
About The Position
Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable Assistant Instructors to support our after-school enrichment program! This is a perfect opportunity to develop teaching skills, learn effective classroom strategies, and share the magic of chess with young students. Join our team and get paid to mentor future chess players! This position is designated for the Fall season, with interviews currently being conducted for sessions scheduled to start in late summer/early fall. The role involves assisting the Chess Instructor in managing fun, interactive chess classes for elementary students, providing one-on-one support, reinforcing positive behavior, and following a structured curriculum. Responsibilities also include managing the classroom, encouraging problem-solving and critical thinking, adhering to school safety protocols, and traveling to various local school sites.
Requirements
- Genuine interest in working with groups of elementary students.
- Ability to follow direction, support the Chess Instructor's classroom management, and help create interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
- Upbeat, engaging assistants who are eager to support the learning environment.
- Professional, positive, and kid-friendly demeanor.
- Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
- Strong grasp of chess fundamentals. You should be able to clearly and confidently 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 the ability to drive between locations.
- Availability on weekday afternoons, with class start times falling within the 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM window, to teach 1–5 classes per week.
- Commitment to implementing school safety protocols to protect students’ well-being.
- Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience (teaching, tutoring, camp counseling, or similar) is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Chess Instructor in setting up and managing a fun, interactive chess class for 15-22 elementary students.
- Provide one-on-one or small-group support to students, helping them practice piece movements and understand basic concepts.
- Support the Chess Instructor in guiding activities, keeping students engaged, and reinforcing 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 supervision 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.
Benefits
- Competitive Pay: $30 - $35 per class
- Flexible Hours: Teach a minimum of 1 class up to a maximum of 5 classes per week.
- Travel Compensation: Mileage reimbursement provided for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip), from your home or work location.
- Skill Development: Excellent opportunity to gain hands-on teaching experience.
- Full training and ongoing support.
- Full curriculum and materials.
- Free chess classes.
- Opportunities for advancement to Chess Instructor.
- Work flexibility.
- Great company culture!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
