Chess Wizards, Inc
Chess Instructor | Winter
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Chess Wizards, Inc
Location: Lake Bluff, IL 60044
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: $45–$65 per class (typical class time is approximately 90 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. Classes are scheduled on weekday afternoons between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM at various local schools.
Travel Compensation: Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip).
What You’ll Do
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.
Required Qualifications
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.
Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
Strong grasp of chess fundamentals and 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–5:00 PM) to teach 1–5 classes per week.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and have a strong record of reliability.
Strong punctuality and time‑management skills.
Application Requirements
Resume: Include a resume detailing your relevant experience with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings, and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Questionnaire: Complete the required questionnaire related to your interest in the role, your experience working with children, and your qualifications to teach chess.
Additional Information Location requirement: This position is based in Lake Bluff, IL. 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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role at
Chess Wizards, Inc
Location: Lake Bluff, IL 60044
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: $45–$65 per class (typical class time is approximately 90 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. Classes are scheduled on weekday afternoons between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM at various local schools.
Travel Compensation: Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip).
What You’ll Do
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.
Required Qualifications
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.
Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
Strong grasp of chess fundamentals and 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–5:00 PM) to teach 1–5 classes per week.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and have a strong record of reliability.
Strong punctuality and time‑management skills.
Application Requirements
Resume: Include a resume detailing your relevant experience with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings, and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Questionnaire: Complete the required questionnaire related to your interest in the role, your experience working with children, and your qualifications to teach chess.
Additional Information Location requirement: This position is based in Lake Bluff, IL. 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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