Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards • San Francisco, CA

3d • $55 - $75 • Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to join our after-school enrichment program. This role is ideal for individuals who love chess, enjoy working with children, and can make learning fun. The position involves teaching chess fundamentals to elementary students in a positive classroom environment. This is a side-hustle opportunity with flexible hours and competitive pay.

Requirements

• Experience working with groups of children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar).
• Comfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
• Professional, positive, and kid-friendly demeanor.
• Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals, including piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics.
• Ability to connect chess problem-solving to real-life problem-solving.
• Reliable personal transportation and the ability to drive between locations.
• Availability on weekday afternoons, with class start times falling within the 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM window, to teach 1–5 classes per week.
• Commitment to implementing school safety protocols.
• Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
• Must be currently residing in the San Francisco, CA area or be willing to relocate at own expense.

Nice To Haves

• Upbeat, engaging instructors.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 energetic elementary students.
• Use a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship.
• Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
• Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
• Follow school safety protocols, including supervision during arrival, dismissal, and in-class activities.
• Travel to various local school sites for each session.
• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $55–$75 per class
• Flexible Hours: Teach a minimum of 1 class up to a maximum of 5 classes per week.
• Travel Compensation: Mileage reimbursement provided for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip).
• 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
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees