Chess Instructor

Chess Wizards, Inc; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A youth chess education organization is seeking instructors in Aberdeen to lead interactive chess classes for elementary school children. Responsibilities include teaching chess fundamentals, ensuring student engagement, and maintaining safety protocols. Candidates should have experience working with kids, a strong grasp of chess, and a positive demeanor. The position offers flexible working hours and full training, with opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Full training and support

Free chess classes

Opportunities for advancement

Great company culture

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or working with children in educational settings.
• Ability to explain chess fundamentals clearly to young learners.
• Commitment to maintaining school safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun and interactive chess classes for elementary students.
• Promote sportsmanship and problem-solving through chess.
• Maintain an engaging and safe classroom environment.

Skills

Experience working with groups of children

Ability to teach chess fundamentals

Strong punctuality and time-management

Positive and kid-friendly demeanor

Reliability and independent class leadership

Job description

Area: Aberdeen, FL

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay: $50–$65 per class (typical class time ~1 hour 30 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, scheduled weekday afternoons between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM at local schools.
• Travel Compensation: Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip). Locations assigned by the manager based on availability.

What You’ll Do

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 elementary students.
• Use our structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote sportsmanship.
• Maintain an engaging 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.
• Professional, positive, and kid‑friendly demeanor.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals; able to explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics age‑appropriate.
• 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–5:00 PM to teach 1–5 classes per week (specific number depends on local partner schools).
• Commitment to implementing school safety protocols to protect students’ well‑being.
• Strong punctuality and time‑management skills.

Application Requirements

• Resume: Detail relevant experience working with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings, as well as any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
• Questionnaire: Complete a required questionnaire related to your interest in the role, your experience working with children, and your qualifications to teach chess.

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 Aberdeen, FL. 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.