Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Thousand Oaks, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to teach chess in an after-school enrichment program for elementary students in Thousand Oaks, California. Instructors lead fun, interactive classes for groups of 10–15 students, use a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and sportsmanship, and maintain a positive, safe classroom environment. The role includes travel between local school sites and supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities. Classes take place 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. Each class commitment is approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $55–$75 per class. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. Full training, curriculum, materials, ongoing support, and free chess classes are provided, with opportunities for advancement and work flexibility. This position is based in Thousand Oaks, CA. Relocation assistance is not provided; candidates must reside in the area or relocate at their own expense. Applicants must submit a resume and complete a required questionnaire about their interest, experience working 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.
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 and ability to explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics clearly and in an age-appropriate way.
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, subject to local school availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and protecting students’ well-being.
Strong reliability, punctuality, time-management skills, and adherence to safety and school policies.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience and complete the required application questionnaire.
Reside in the Thousand Oaks 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.
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.