Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•San Antonio, TX

14d•$50 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school enrichment program in San Antonio, Texas. Instructors lead interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students, using a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and encourage good sportsmanship, problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. The role involves independently managing an active classroom, redirecting behavior as needed, and following school safety protocols while supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities. Instructors travel to assigned local schools and are expected to arrive on time and prepared. 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 typically takes approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $50–$60 per class, with mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way. Chess Wizards provides full training and ongoing support, curriculum and materials, and free chess classes. The position is based in San Antonio; relocation assistance is not provided, so candidates must already live in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense. Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children, such as 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 approach.
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 for class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, for one to five classes per week depending on local school availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols; strong reliability and strict adherence to safety and school policies while independently supervising children.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Resume detailing relevant experience, including work with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Completion of a required application questionnaire about interest in the role, experience working with children, and qualifications to teach chess.
Currently residing in the San Antonio area or willing to relocate there at personal expense.

Responsibilities

Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 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.
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.