Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Ambler, PA

20d•$50 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school enrichment program in Ambler, Pennsylvania. Instructors teach chess to elementary students using a structured curriculum and create interactive, positive classroom experiences. Classes typically include 10–15 students. The typical class lasts approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Instructors teach between one and five classes per week, depending on the availability of classes at local schools. Classes take place on weekday afternoons, with start times generally between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, at various local school sites. Travel reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. Work locations are assigned by a manager based on available schools and classes. Chess Wizards provides full training, ongoing support, curriculum and materials, free chess classes, advancement opportunities, work flexibility, and a positive company culture. The position is based in Ambler, PA; relocation assistance is not available, and candidates must live in the area or relocate at their own expense.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children in teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or a similar setting.
Ability to lead a class independently and create interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
Professional, positive, kid-friendly demeanor.
Genuine desire to serve as 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.
Weekday-afternoon availability for class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, and ability to teach one to five classes per week depending on local school availability.
Commitment to school safety protocols and strong reliability and adherence to safety and school policies while supervising children independently.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Currently residing in the Ambler, PA area or willing to relocate at personal expense.
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 chess-teaching qualifications.

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 as needed.
Encourage students’ problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
Follow school safety protocols and supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities.
Travel to local school sites for each session.
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.