Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Reading, PA

6d•$50 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic and reliable instructors for its after-school chess enrichment program in Reading, Pennsylvania. Instructors lead fun, interactive classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students, using a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and good sportsmanship. The role involves independently guiding activities, engaging students, redirecting behavior when needed, and fostering problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking in a positive classroom environment. Instructors travel to assigned local school sites and follow school safety protocols, including supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities. Classes are scheduled on weekday afternoons, typically starting between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Instructors teach between one and five classes per week, depending on class availability at local partner schools. A typical class commitment is approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $50–$65 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. Applicants must reside in the Reading 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 questionnaire.

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, 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 safety and school policies while supervising children independently.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience, including work with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings 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 Reading, Pennsylvania 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 classroom activities, keep students engaged, and redirect behavior when needed.
Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
Encourage students’ problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
Follow school safety protocols and supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and in-class activities.
Travel to assigned local school sites for each session.
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.