Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Elmhurst, IL

15d•$65 - $75•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is hiring enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school enrichment program in the Elmhurst, Illinois area. Instructors lead fun, 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. They independently manage a lively classroom, keep students engaged, redirect behavior when needed, and follow 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 are scheduled 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 class availability at local partner schools. A typical class session lasts approximately one hour and 30 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $65–$75 per class. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips over 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. The company provides training, ongoing support, curriculum and materials, free chess classes, advancement opportunities, flexible work, and a positive company culture. Relocation assistance is not provided.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children in teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or a similar setting.
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 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 for class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, with capacity to teach one to five classes per week depending on local availability.
Commitment to school safety protocols and a strong record of reliability and strict adherence to safety and school policies, given independent supervision of children.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Resume detailing relevant experience, including work with children and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Completion of the required application questionnaire about interest in the role, experience working with children, and qualifications to teach chess.

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 a lively classroom confidently and positively, keeping students engaged and redirecting behavior when needed.
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.