Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Garfield, NJ

13d•$50 - $75•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is hiring enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school enrichment program in Garfield, New Jersey. Instructors lead interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students, use the company’s structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and good sportsmanship, and foster problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. They manage classroom behavior, supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities, and travel to local school sites. Classes take place on weekday afternoons, typically starting between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Instructors teach a minimum of one and a maximum of five classes per week, depending on local school availability. A typical class takes approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $50–$75 per class. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. Chess Wizards provides full training, ongoing support, curriculum and materials, free chess classes, opportunities for advancement, work flexibility, and a positive company culture. Candidates must live in the Garfield area or be 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.
Comfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
Professional, positive, and kid-friendly demeanor.
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 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 for one to five classes per week, with start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM.
Commitment to school safety protocols and a strong record of reliability and adherence 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 Garfield, New Jersey 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.
Keep students engaged, guide activities, 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.