Chess Instructor | Fall

Location: Lake Forest, CA 92610. Successful candidates will complete onboarding and training during the summer, with active teaching assignments commencing in the fall.

About the role

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to join our after-school enrichment program! If you can make learning fun, create a positive classroom environment, and share the magic of chess with elementary students, this is the perfect side-hustle.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 2 pm–5 pm.

Pay

$65–$80 per class. Typical class time is approximately one hour and thirty minutes, which includes pre-class setup, instructional time, and post-class responsibilities. Mileage reimbursement provided for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles round trip) from your home or work location.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 energetic elementary students
• Use our 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

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
• Upbeat, engaging, and kid-friendly demeanor
• Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals (able 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 (2:00 PM to 5:00 PM) to teach 1–5 classes per week
• Commitment to implementing school safety protocols
• Strong punctuality and time-management skills

Application Requirements

• Resume detailing relevant experience, including working with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings
• Completed questionnaire related to your interest in the role, experience working with children, and qualifications to teach chess

Benefits

• Full training and ongoing support
• Full curriculum and materials provided
• Free chess classes
• Opportunities for advancement
• Work flexibility
• Great company culture

Location Requirement

This position is based in Lake Forest, CA. Candidates must be currently residing in the area or willing to relocate at their own expense. Relocation assistance is not provided.