Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Austin, TX

21d•$50 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic and reliable instructors for its after-school enrichment program in Austin, Texas. Instructors lead fun, interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students, using the company’s structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and encourage good sportsmanship. The role requires independently guiding activities, keeping students engaged, redirecting behavior as needed, and creating a positive classroom environment. Instructors also supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities while following school safety protocols. Classes take place at local schools 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. A typical class commitment is approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Instructors travel between assigned school sites. 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, and free chess classes. The position offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for advancement. Candidates must reside in the Austin area or be willing to relocate at their own expense; relocation assistance is not provided. Applicants must submit a resume describing relevant experience and complete a required questionnaire about their interest, experience with children, and chess-teaching qualifications.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children, such as through teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar work.
Ability to lead a class independently and create interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
Professional, positive, kid-friendly demeanor and an upbeat, engaging approach.
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.
Reliable personal transportation and ability to drive between locations.
Availability on weekday afternoons for class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, and ability to teach one to five classes weekly depending on school availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and strict adherence to safety and school policies while supervising children independently.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Resume detailing relevant experience with children and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Completion of the required application questionnaire.

Responsibilities

Lead interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students.
Use the structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship.
Guide activities, engage students, and redirect behavior when needed.
Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
Connect chess problem-solving with real-life problem-solving.
Follow school safety protocols and supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and in-class activities.
Travel to assigned local school sites for each session.
Arrive punctually, prepared, and ready to engage students.