Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Cedar Valley, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is hiring enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school enrichment program in Cedar Valley, Texas. 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. The role involves independently managing an energetic classroom, keeping students engaged, redirecting behavior when needed, and connecting chess problem-solving with real-life problem-solving. Instructors travel to assigned local school sites and follow school safety protocols, including supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities. Classes are scheduled on weekday afternoons, typically starting between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Instructors teach between one and five classes per week, depending on local school availability. A typical class commitment is approximately one hour and 30 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $50–$60 per class. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips over 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, opportunities for advancement, work flexibility, and a positive company culture. The position is based in Cedar Valley, TX; relocation assistance is not provided. Candidates must currently live in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense. The vacancy is designated for the Fall season, with sessions scheduled to start in late summer or early fall.

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.
Upbeat, engaging, professional, positive, and kid-friendly demeanor.
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, with 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 and strictly following safety and school policies while supervising children independently.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience working with children and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Complete the required application questionnaire about interest in the role, experience working with children, and qualifications to teach chess.
Currently reside in the Cedar Valley, TX area or be willing to relocate at personal expense; relocation assistance is not provided.

Responsibilities

Lead interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students.
Use the structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship.
Guide activities, maintain student engagement, and redirect behavior when needed.
Manage a lively classroom confidently and positively.
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.