Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Pleasanton, CA

14d•$55 - $75•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is hiring enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school chess enrichment program serving elementary students in Pleasanton, California. Instructors lead interactive classes for groups of 10–15 students, use a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and sportsmanship, and create a positive, engaging classroom environment. They supervise students and follow school safety protocols, including during arrival, dismissal, and class activities, and travel to local school sites for sessions. Classes are scheduled on weekday afternoons, generally with start times between 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Applicants must be available within the Monday–Friday, 12:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. window to teach one to five classes per week, depending on local school availability. A typical class takes approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $55–$75 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, ongoing support, curriculum and materials, free chess classes, opportunities for advancement, work flexibility, and a positive company culture. This position is based in Pleasanton, California; relocation assistance is not provided. Candidates must 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.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children, such as through teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar work.
Ability and comfort leading a class independently and creating 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, 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 within the Monday–Friday, 12:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. window to teach one to five classes weekly, subject to local school availability.
Commitment to school safety protocols and a strong record of reliability and strict adherence to safety and school policies, as the instructor supervises children independently.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Resume detailing relevant experience, including work with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Completion of the required application questionnaire about interest in the role, experience with children, and chess-teaching qualifications.
Currently residing in the Pleasanton, California area or willing to relocate at their own 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 needed.
Manage a lively classroom confidently and positively.
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 various local school sites for each session.
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.