Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Barrington, IL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to teach chess in its after-school enrichment program for elementary students in the Barrington, Illinois area. Instructors lead fun, interactive classes for groups of 10–15 students, using a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and encourage good sportsmanship, problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. Full training, curriculum, materials, and ongoing support are provided. 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. Instructors travel between assigned school locations; mileage is reimbursed for trips over 15 miles one way from home or work. The position is based in Barrington, IL, and relocation assistance is not provided.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children through teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar work.
Ability to lead a class independently and create interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
Strong grasp of chess fundamentals, including the ability to explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics in an age-appropriate way.
Professional, positive, upbeat, 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, with class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, for one to five classes per week depending on local availability.
Commitment to school safety protocols and strong reliability when independently supervising children.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience, including work with children and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Complete the required application questionnaire about interest in the role, experience working with children, and chess-teaching qualifications.
Currently reside in the Barrington area or be willing to relocate at personal expense; relocation assistance is not provided.

Responsibilities

Lead fun, interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students.
Use the structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship.
Manage the classroom confidently and positively, keeping students engaged and redirecting behavior when needed.
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.