Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•La Habra, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to lead after-school chess enrichment classes for elementary students in La Habra, California. Instructors teach groups of 10–15 students using a structured curriculum, creating a fun and positive classroom environment while promoting chess skills, problem-solving, creativity, critical thinking, and good sportsmanship. Full training, curriculum, materials, and ongoing support are provided. 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 session lasts approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. The role requires travel between assigned school locations; mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. Relocation assistance is not provided.

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.
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, with capacity to teach one to five classes per week depending on availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and adhering strictly to school policies.
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.

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 assigned local school sites for each session.
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.