Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Milpitas, CA

20d•$55 - $75•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to teach chess in its after-school enrichment program for elementary students in Milpitas, California. Instructors lead interactive classes for groups of 10–15 students, use the company’s structured curriculum, and foster a positive environment that encourages good sportsmanship, problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. The role involves independently guiding activities, maintaining student engagement, redirecting behavior when needed, and following school safety procedures while supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities. Instructors travel to assigned local school sites and should arrive prepared and on time. Classes are scheduled on weekday afternoons, usually starting between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Instructors teach between one and five classes per week, depending on local school availability. A typical class session takes approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Compensation is $55–$75 per class, with mileage reimbursement for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. Full training, curriculum, and materials are provided, along with ongoing support.

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.
Professional, positive, and kid-friendly demeanor.
Genuine desire to serve as a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
Strong grasp of chess fundamentals, including piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics, and ability to explain them in an age-appropriate way.
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, to teach one to five classes per week depending on local school availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and adhering strictly to safety and school policies.
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 qualifications to teach chess.
Currently reside in the Milpitas 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.
Guide classroom activities, keep students engaged, and redirect behavior when needed.
Create a positive classroom environment that encourages problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
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.