Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Libertyville, IL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking an enthusiastic, reliable instructor to lead after-school chess enrichment classes for elementary students in the Libertyville, Illinois area. Instructors teach groups of 10–15 students using the company’s structured curriculum and materials, create an engaging and positive classroom environment, and promote chess skills, problem-solving, creativity, critical thinking, and good sportsmanship. The role involves traveling to assigned local school sites and supervising students in accordance with school safety protocols. 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. A typical class takes approximately one hour and 30 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $45–$65 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, ongoing support, curriculum and materials, and free chess classes. Advancement opportunities, work flexibility, and a positive company culture are also offered. The position is based in Libertyville, Illinois. Relocation assistance is not provided; applicants must already live in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense. Applicants must submit a resume detailing relevant experience and complete a required questionnaire about their interest, experience working with children, and chess-teaching qualifications.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children in teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or a similar setting.
Ability to lead a class independently and create 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, with class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, to teach one to five classes per week, subject to local school availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and strict adherence to safety and school policies while independently supervising children.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience with children and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Complete the required application questionnaire.
Reside in the Libertyville 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, 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.