Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Issaquah, WA

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to teach chess in its after-school enrichment program for elementary students in the Issaquah, Washington area. Instructors lead fun, interactive classes for groups of approximately 10–15 students, using a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and encourage good sportsmanship, problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. They independently manage classroom activities, keep students engaged, redirect behavior when needed, and follow school safety protocols while supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class. Classes take place at local schools on weekday afternoons, with start times typically between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Instructors teach 1–5 classes per week, depending on local school availability. Each class takes approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. The role requires travel between assigned school sites using reliable personal transportation. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. Chess Wizards provides full training, ongoing support, curriculum and materials, free chess classes, opportunities for advancement, work flexibility, and a positive company culture. This position is based in Issaquah, WA; relocation assistance is not provided. Candidates must live in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense. Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children in teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or a similar setting.
Comfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
Upbeat, engaging, professional, positive, and kid-friendly demeanor.
Genuine desire to serve as 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 1–5 classes per week depending on local school availability.
Commitment to school safety protocols and student well-being, with reliability and strict adherence to safety and school policies.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Currently reside in the Issaquah, WA area or be willing to relocate at personal expense.
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.

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 connections between chess problem-solving and 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.