Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Dallas, TX

21d•$60 - $70•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is hiring enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school enrichment program in Dallas, Texas. Instructors lead fun, interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students, using a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and good sportsmanship. The role involves creating a positive, engaging classroom, encouraging problem-solving and critical thinking, and redirecting student behavior when needed. Instructors teach at various local school sites, typically on weekday afternoons, with class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. A class typically takes approximately 90 minutes, including pre-class setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Instructors teach between one and five classes per week, depending on school availability, and must travel between assigned sites. The position requires independently supervising children and following school safety procedures during arrival, dismissal, and class activities. Chess Wizards provides full training, ongoing support, curriculum and materials, and opportunities for advancement. The role offers flexible scheduling and pays $60–$70 per class. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. Candidates must live in the Dallas area or be willing to relocate at their own expense; relocation assistance is not provided. Applicants must submit a resume and complete a required questionnaire.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children through teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar experience.
Comfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
An upbeat, engaging, professional, positive, and kid-friendly demeanor.
A genuine desire to serve as a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
Strong grasp of chess fundamentals and 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, 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 school safety protocols, reliability, and strict adherence to 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 concerning interest in the role, experience working with children, and chess-teaching qualifications.
Currently reside in the Dallas 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.