Assistant Chess Instructor - Winter

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Location:

Long Beach, CA 90806

Availability:
Monday 2:00 pm - 5:20 pm

Do you love chess? Do you enjoy working with kids? Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable Assistant Instructors to support our after‑school enrichment program. This is a perfect opportunity to develop teaching skills, learn effective classroom strategies, and share the magic of chess with young students. Join our team and get paid to mentor future chess players!

• Competitive Pay: $30 per class (typical class time is approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including 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 availability of classes at local schools in your area.
• Travel Compensation:
  Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip).
• Skill Development:
  Excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on teaching experience.

• Assist the Chess Instructor in setting up and managing a fun, interactive chess class for 15‑22 elementary students.
• Provide one‑on‑one or small‑group support to students, helping them practice piece movements and understand basic concepts.
• Support the Chess Instructor in guiding activities, keeping students engaged, and reinforcing positive behavior.
• Follow the structured curriculum 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.

• Genuine interest in working with groups of elementary students.
• Experience (teaching, tutoring, camp counseling, or similar) is a plus.
• Ability to follow direction, support classroom management, and help create 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; 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 (2:00 pm to 5:20 pm).
• Commitment to school safety protocols and reliable record.
• Strong punctuality and time‑management skills.

• Complete a required questionnaire related to interest, experience working with children, and qualifications.

Chess Wizards Assistant Instructors receive:
Full training and ongoing support, full curriculum and materials, free chess classes, opportunities for advancement to Chess Instructor, work flexibility, and a great company culture.

Location Requirement:
This position is based in Long Beach, CA. 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.