Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards • Arlington, TX

16d • Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic and reliable instructors to lead an after-school chess enrichment program for elementary students in Arlington, Texas. Instructors teach groups of approximately 10–15 students using a structured curriculum, creating interactive and positive classroom experiences while encouraging chess skills, good sportsmanship, problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. The role includes independently supervising students and following school safety protocols during arrival, dismissal, and class activities, as well as traveling to assigned local school sites.

Classes are held 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. Each class takes approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $60–$70 per class. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. Full training, curriculum, materials, ongoing support, and free chess classes are provided. The posting notes that the vacancy is designated for the Winter season, while recruitment is underway for sessions scheduled to start in late summer or early fall.

Requirements

• Experience working with groups of children 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 and 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, to teach one to five classes per week, subject to school availability.
• Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and strictly adhering to safety and school policies.
• 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 working with children, and qualifications to teach chess.
• Currently reside in the Arlington, Texas area or be willing to relocate at personal expense; relocation assistance is not provided.

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, engage students, 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 class activities.
• Travel to assigned local school sites for each session.
• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $60–$70 per class.
• Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip) from home or work.
• Full training and ongoing support.
• Full curriculum and materials.
• Free chess classes.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Work flexibility.
• Great company culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed