Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Beaverton, OR

15d•$50 - $75•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school enrichment program in Beaverton, Oregon. Instructors lead fun, interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students, using a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and good sportsmanship. They create a positive classroom environment, keep students engaged, redirect behavior when needed, and encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. Classes take place at local schools on weekday afternoons, with start times typically between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Instructors teach 1–5 classes per week depending on local school availability. A typical class commitment is approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. The position requires travel among school sites, reliable personal transportation, punctuality, and adherence to school safety protocols, including supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities. Chess Wizards provides full training and ongoing support, along with the curriculum and materials. The role offers flexible scheduling, advancement opportunities, and free chess classes. Applicants must currently live in the Beaverton area or be willing to relocate at their own expense; relocation assistance is not provided. Applicants must submit a resume detailing relevant experience and complete a required application questionnaire.

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.
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 1–5 classes per week, depending on local partner-school availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and strictly following safety and school policies while independently supervising children.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience 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 Beaverton 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 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 in-class activities.
Travel to various local school sites for each session.
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.

Benefits

Competitive pay of $50–$75 per class.
Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip) from home or work location.
Flexible hours and work flexibility.
Full training and ongoing support.
Full curriculum and materials provided.
Free chess classes.
Opportunities for advancement.
Great company culture.

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