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$50/hr–$75/hr
Part-time
Competitive pay, Mileage reimbursement, Full training, Ongoing support, Free chess classes, Opportunities for advancement
Posted 22d ago
~8 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Lead interactive chess classes for elementary students using a structured curriculum while maintaining a positive and safe classroom environment. Manage student behavior, promote good sportsmanship, and travel to various local school sites to deliver instruction.
Requirements
Candidates must have experience working with children and a strong grasp of chess fundamentals. Reliable personal transportation is required to travel between school locations in Staten Island, NY.
Full job description
Area: Staten Island, NY
Do you love chess? Do you enjoy working with kids?
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. Apply today and get paid to teach chess!
Why Join Us?
Competitive Pay: $50 - $75 per class (Typical class time is approximately one hour and thirty minutes which includes pre-class setup, instructional time, and post-class responsibilities)
Flexible Hours: Teach a minimum of 1 class up to a maximum of 5 classes per week. The specific number is based on the availability of classes at local schools in your area. Classes are scheduled on weekday afternoons, with start times typically falling between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM at various local schools
Travel Compensation: Mileage reimbursement provided for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip), from your home or work location. Work locations are assigned by the manager based on available schools and classes in your area.
What You’ll Do
Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 energetic elementary students. Instructors should be comfortable guiding activities, keeping students engaged, and redirecting behavior when needed
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
What We’re Looking For
Required
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. We seek upbeat, engaging instructors.
Professional, positive, and kid-friendly demeanor
Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship
Strong grasp of chess fundamentals. You should be able to clearly and confidently 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 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. The specific number of classes depends on availability at local partner schools.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols to protect students’ well-being. Because you will supervise children independently, a strong record of reliability and strict adherence to safety and school policies is required.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills
Application Requirements
Resume: Include a resume detailing your relevant experience, including working with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings, as well as any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Questionnaire: As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a required questionnaire related to your interest in the role, your experience working with children, and your qualifications to teach chess, among other topics
Chess Wizards Instructors receive full training and ongoing support. Full curriculum and materials. Free chess classes. Opportunities for advancement. Work flexibility. Great company culture!
Location Requirement: This position is based in Staten Island, NY.Please note that relocation assistance is not provided. Candidates must be currently residing in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense.
Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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Chess Wizards was founded in August 2002 by a group of enthusiastic individuals who decided to change the culture of chess in Chicago. Since then, we have expanded our scholastic and summer camp programs to schools, park districts, and community centers across the United States. Our staff includes internationally recognized chess players as well as education professionals who will cater to your child’s chess needs.
The adaptive Chess Wizards program is designed for all levels of young chess players. We divide our students into three stages of learning: Novice Wizards, Intermediate Wizards and Advanced Wizards. Once a student masters their wizardry skills, he or she is promoted to the next level.
Our innovative program creates an atmosphere conducive for chess learning while never forgetting our commitment to making chess fun for children. By putting an emphasis on the individual needs and progress of each student we ensure a completely unique way of introducing your child to the world of chess. Our programs are known for their success in helping children build a vast array of skills; ranging from development in concentration, logical thinking and even mathematical performance.
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