Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Lone Tree, CO

25d•$50 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is hiring enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school enrichment program serving elementary students in Lone Tree, Colorado. Instructors lead fun, interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 students, using a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and encourage good sportsmanship, problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. The role involves independently managing a lively classroom, redirecting behavior when needed, and following school safety protocols while supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities. Instructors travel to assigned local school sites and are expected to arrive prepared and on time. 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 is approximately one hour and 30 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $50–$65 per class, with mileage reimbursement for trips exceeding 15 miles one way. Chess Wizards provides full training, ongoing support, curriculum and materials, and opportunities for advancement. The role is based in Lone Tree, CO; relocation assistance is not provided.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children, such as through teaching, tutoring, coaching, or camp counseling.
Ability to lead a class independently and create interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
Professional, positive, kid-friendly demeanor and an upbeat, engaging manner.
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.
Ability to connect chess problem-solving to real-life problem-solving.
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, for one to five classes per week depending on school availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and adhering strictly to school policies while independently supervising children.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Resume detailing relevant experience working with children and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Completion of the required application questionnaire about interest, experience working with children, and chess-teaching qualifications.
Currently residing in the Lone Tree, Colorado area or 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.
Manage the classroom confidently and positively, keeping students engaged and redirecting behavior when needed.
Encourage students’ problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
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.