Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Pinole, CA

15d•$55 - $75•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school enrichment program in Pinole, California. Instructors lead interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students, using a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and encourage 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 local school sites for each session 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. Typical class time is approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $55–$75 per class. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. Chess Wizards provides full training and ongoing support, curriculum and materials, free chess classes, advancement opportunities, work flexibility, and a supportive company culture. The position is based in Pinole, CA; relocation assistance is not provided, and candidates must live in the area or 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.
Comfort leading a class independently and creating 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.
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 school availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and reliably following safety and school policies while supervising children independently.
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 Pinole, California area or willingness to relocate at personal expense; relocation assistance is not provided.

Responsibilities

Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 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 students’ 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 various local school sites for each session.
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.

Benefits

Competitive pay of $55–$75 per class.
Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way from home or work location.
Full training and ongoing support.
Full curriculum and materials provided.
Free chess classes.
Opportunities for advancement.
Work flexibility.
Great company culture.

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