Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Lake Forest, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to lead after-school chess enrichment classes for elementary students in Lake Forest, California. Instructors teach groups of approximately 10–15 students using a structured curriculum to introduce chess fundamentals, encourage good sportsmanship, and develop problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. 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. Each class session typically takes approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Work locations are assigned based on available schools and classes. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. Instructors receive full training and ongoing support, a complete curriculum and materials, free chess classes, opportunities for advancement, work flexibility, and a positive company culture. Applicants must currently live in the Lake Forest 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.
Comfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
Upbeat, engaging, professional, positive, and kid-friendly demeanor.
Genuine desire to serve as 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 depending on local school availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and strictly following safety and school policies while independently supervising children.
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 class activities.
Travel to assigned local school sites for each session.
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.