Assistant Chess Instructor - Fall
About The Position
Chess Wizards is seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Assistant Chess Instructor for its after-school enrichment program in Bee Cave, Texas. The role supports a Chess Instructor in delivering fun, interactive chess classes for elementary students, generally in groups of 15–22. Assistants help students learn chess fundamentals, encourage problem-solving and good sportsmanship, support classroom management, and follow school safety procedures. Classes take place at 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 takes approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. The position requires travel between school sites and reliable personal transportation. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the employee’s home or work location. Chess Wizards provides full training and ongoing support, curriculum and materials, free chess classes, work flexibility, and opportunities to advance to Chess Instructor. Relocation assistance is not provided; candidates must already live in the Bee Cave area or be willing to relocate at their own expense.
Requirements
- Genuine interest in working with groups of elementary students.
- Strong grasp of chess fundamentals, including the ability to explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics in an age-appropriate way.
- Ability to follow direction and support the Chess Instructor’s classroom management.
- 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 depending on local school availability.
- Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and strictly adhering to safety and school policies.
- Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
- Completion of a required application questionnaire about interest in the role, experience working with children, and qualifications to teach chess.
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 classroom activities, student engagement, and positive behavior.
- Follow the structured curriculum and promote good sportsmanship.
- 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 in-class activities.
- Travel to local school sites for each session.
- Arrive on time and prepared to engage students.
Benefits
- Competitive pay of $30–$35 per class.
- Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way.
- 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
