Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•West Chester, PA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school chess enrichment program serving elementary students in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Instructors lead interactive classes for groups of 10–15 students, use a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and sportsmanship, and create a positive classroom environment. The role involves independently guiding activities, keeping students engaged, redirecting behavior when needed, and following school safety protocols while supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities. Instructors travel to assigned local school sites and should arrive prepared and on time. Classes take place on weekday afternoons, with start times typically between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Instructors teach from one to five classes per week, depending on local school availability. A typical class commitment is approximately one hour and 30 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $50–$65 per class. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips over 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. The position is based in the West Chester area; relocation assistance is not provided. Chess Wizards provides full training and ongoing support, curriculum and materials, free chess classes, opportunities for advancement, work flexibility, and a positive company culture. Applicants must submit a resume and complete a required application questionnaire. 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 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.
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, for 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 supervising children independently.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Currently reside in the West Chester, Pennsylvania area or be willing to relocate at personal expense.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience and complete the required application questionnaire.

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.