Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Bellevue, WA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking an enthusiastic, reliable Chess Instructor to lead after-school enrichment classes for elementary students in Bellevue, Washington. Instructors use a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote sportsmanship in a positive, engaging classroom environment. Classes serve approximately 10–15 students and take place at local schools. The role involves independently guiding activities, maintaining student engagement, redirecting behavior when needed, and following school safety procedures, including supervision during arrival, dismissal, and class activities. Classes are scheduled 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 session typically lasts approximately one hour and 30 minutes, including pre-class setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Instructors travel between local school sites; mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. Work locations are assigned by the manager based on available classes. Full training, ongoing support, curriculum, and materials are provided. Applicants must submit a resume detailing relevant experience and complete a required application questionnaire. The position is based in Bellevue, WA; relocation assistance is not provided, so candidates must already live in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense. Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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.
Upbeat, engaging, professional, positive, and 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, 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 school policies.
Strong reliability, punctuality, and time-management skills.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience and complete the required application questionnaire.
Currently reside in the Bellevue area or be willing to relocate at personal expense.

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, including connecting chess problem-solving to real-life problem-solving.
Follow school safety protocols and supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities.
Travel to assigned local school sites for each session.
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.