Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Aurora, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic and reliable instructors to teach chess in its after-school enrichment program for elementary students in Aurora, Colorado. Instructors lead interactive classes of 10–15 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, 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 take place on weekday afternoons, with start times typically between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Instructors teach from one to five classes per week, depending on the availability of classes at local partner schools. A typical class commitment is approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Compensation is $50–$65 per class. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. Work locations are assigned by a manager based on available schools and classes in the area. 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 Aurora, CO; relocation assistance is not provided. Applicants must live in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense. 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 work.
Comfort leading a class independently and creating 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 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 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, including work with children and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Complete the required application questionnaire about interest in the role, experience with children, and chess-teaching qualifications.
Currently reside in the Aurora area or be willing to relocate at personal expense.

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.