Assistant Chess Instructor - Fall

Chess Wizards•Bee Cave, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Assistant Chess Instructors to support an after-school enrichment program for elementary students in Bee Cave, Texas. The assistant works alongside a Chess Instructor to help run interactive chess classes for groups of 15–22 students, providing individual or small-group guidance and supporting classroom activities, engagement, and positive behavior. The role includes following a structured curriculum, encouraging good sportsmanship and problem-solving, and adhering to school safety procedures, including supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities. 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 class availability. Each class commitment is approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Travel between assigned local school sites is required. Pay is $30–$35 per class, and mileage is reimbursed for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from home or work. Relocation assistance is not provided; applicants must live in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense. Chess Wizards provides full training and ongoing support, 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. Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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, kid-friendly demeanor and a genuine desire to be a positive role model.
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, with capacity to teach 1–5 classes per week depending on local 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 about interest in the role, experience working 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 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 alongside the Chess Instructor.
Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking, including connecting chess problem-solving to 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.