Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•East Lansdowne, PA

17d•$50 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to teach chess in its after-school enrichment program for elementary students in East Lansdowne, Pennsylvania. Instructors lead fun, interactive classes for groups of 10–15 students, use the company’s structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and good sportsmanship, and create a positive classroom environment. The role involves independently guiding activities, keeping students engaged, redirecting behavior when needed, and supervising students in accordance with school safety protocols 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 between one and five classes per week, depending on local school availability. Typical class time is approximately one hour and 30 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $50–$65 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 positive company culture. Candidates must live in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense; relocation assistance is not provided. Applicants must submit a resume detailing relevant experience and complete a required questionnaire about their interest, experience with children, and chess-teaching qualifications. Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children, such as in teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar settings.
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.
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 school availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and strict adherence to safety and school policies while supervising children independently.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience.
Complete the required application questionnaire.
Currently reside in the East Lansdowne 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 necessary.
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.