Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Morgan Hill, CA

14d•$65 - $80•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school enrichment program in Morgan Hill, California. Instructors lead fun, interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students, using a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship. They create a positive classroom environment, keep students engaged, and redirect behavior when needed. The role involves travel to local school sites and supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities while following school safety protocols. Classes are scheduled on weekday afternoons, generally with start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM; availability is required within the Monday–Friday, 12:00 PM–6:00 PM window. Instructors teach between one and five classes per week, depending on local school availability. Typical class time is approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $65–$80 per class, with mileage reimbursement for trips exceeding 15 miles one way. Chess Wizards provides full training and ongoing support, curriculum and materials, free chess classes, advancement opportunities, work flexibility, and a positive company culture. This position is based in Morgan Hill, CA; relocation assistance is not provided.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children, such as through teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar work.
Comfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
Professional, positive, kid-friendly demeanor.
Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
Strong grasp of chess fundamentals, including the ability to explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics 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, within the Monday–Friday 12:00 PM–6:00 PM window, to teach one to five classes per week, subject to local school availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and adhering strictly to safety and school policies while 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 qualifications to teach chess.

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 activities, keep students engaged, and redirect behavior when needed.
Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
Follow school safety protocols and supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and in-class activities.
Travel to various local school sites for each session.
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.