Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Kennesaw, GA

13d•$50 - $70•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking an enthusiastic, reliable Chess Instructor for its after-school enrichment program in Kennesaw, Georgia. Instructors lead fun, interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students, using a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and encourage good sportsmanship. The role involves independently managing an energetic classroom, engaging students, redirecting behavior when needed, and following school safety protocols while supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities. Classes take place at various 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. A typical class commitment is approximately one hour and 30 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Instructors travel between local school sites and must have reliable personal transportation. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from home or work. Chess Wizards provides full training, ongoing support, curriculum and materials, free chess classes, opportunities for advancement, work flexibility, and a positive company culture. Applicants must be based in the Kennesaw area or willing to relocate at their own expense; 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.
Professional, positive, kid-friendly demeanor and an upbeat, engaging approach.
Genuine desire to be 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 clearly and 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 a strong record of reliability and adherence to safety and school policies, as the role involves independently supervising children.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience working 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.
Manage a lively classroom confidently and positively, keeping students engaged and redirecting behavior when needed.
Encourage students’ 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.