Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Rocklin, CA

18d•$55 - $75•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is hiring an enthusiastic, reliable Chess Instructor for its after-school enrichment program in Rocklin, California. The instructor leads interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students, using the company’s structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and encourage good sportsmanship, problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. Instructors independently manage classroom activities, maintain a positive and engaging environment, redirect behavior when needed, and follow school safety protocols while supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class. The position involves traveling to local school sites and teaching 1–5 classes per week, depending on local school availability. Classes take place on weekday afternoons, with start times within the stated Monday–Friday, 12:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. availability window; typical start times are between 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. A typical class takes approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $55–$75 per class. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips over 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. Chess Wizards provides full training and ongoing support, curriculum and materials, free chess classes, opportunities for advancement, work flexibility, and a positive company culture. The role is based in Rocklin, California; relocation assistance is not provided. Applicants must live in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense.

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, kid-friendly demeanor and an upbeat, engaging approach.
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 within the Monday–Friday, 12:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. window to teach 1–5 classes per week, subject to local school availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and a strong record of reliability and adherence to safety and school policies.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience, including work with children and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Complete the required application questionnaire concerning interest, experience working with children, and qualifications to teach chess.
Currently reside in the Rocklin 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 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.