Assistant Chess Instructor - Fall

Chess Wizards•Lone Tree, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is hiring an Assistant Chess Instructor to support its after-school enrichment program for elementary students in Lone Tree, Colorado. The assistant helps the Chess Instructor deliver engaging chess classes, support student learning and classroom management, and promote good sportsmanship and problem-solving. 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 class availability. A typical class lasts approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. The role involves traveling to assigned local school sites and supervising children in accordance with school safety protocols. The position offers $35–$40 per class and mileage reimbursement for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from home or work. Training, ongoing support, curriculum and materials, free chess classes, advancement opportunities, work flexibility, and a positive company culture are provided. Applicants must currently live in the Lone Tree area or be willing to relocate at their own expense; relocation assistance is not available. Applicants must complete a required questionnaire about their interest, experience working with children, and chess qualifications.

Requirements

Genuine interest in working with groups of elementary students.
Strong grasp of chess fundamentals and 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, engaging, and kid-friendly demeanor.
Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
Reliable personal transportation and ability to drive between locations.
Availability on weekday afternoons for class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, for one to five classes per week depending on local 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 with children, and chess 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 groups of 15–22 elementary students.
Provide one-on-one or small-group support, helping students practice piece movements and understand basic concepts.
Support classroom 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, including connections between chess and real-life problem-solving.
Follow school safety protocols and supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and in-class activities.
Travel to assigned local school sites for each session.
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.