Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Bellevue, WA

25d•$65 - $80•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to lead after-school chess enrichment classes for elementary students in Bellevue, Washington. Instructors teach groups of 10–15 students using a structured curriculum, create a positive and engaging classroom environment, and promote chess skills, problem-solving, creativity, critical thinking, and good sportsmanship. 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 typically takes approximately 90 minutes, including pre-class setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. The role requires travel between local school sites and independent supervision of children in accordance with school safety protocols. Chess Wizards provides full training, ongoing support, curriculum and materials, and free chess classes. The position offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for advancement. Relocation assistance is not provided; candidates must reside in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children through teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar work.
Ability to lead a class independently and create interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
Professional, positive, kid-friendly demeanor and an upbeat, engaging teaching style.
Genuine desire to be 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, with class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, for one to five classes per week depending on local availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and following school policies while independently supervising children.
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 about interest, experience working with children, and chess-teaching qualifications.
Currently reside in the Bellevue 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 provided structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship.
Manage a lively classroom confidently and positively, keeping students engaged and redirecting behavior when needed.
Encourage students’ problem-solving, creativity, and critical-thinking skills.
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 and prepared to teach.