{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f092bef38c2103480a634089","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f092bef38c2103480a634089","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f092bef38c2103480a634089","title":"Chess Instructor | Fall","description":"Location and Schedule\nLocation: Pasadena, CA 91107\n\nSchedule: Monday – Friday, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM\n\nPlease Note: Successful candidates will complete onboarding and training during the summer, with active teaching assignments commencing in the fall.\n\nWhat You’ll Do\n\nLead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 energetic elementary students.\n\nUse our structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship.\n\nManage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.\n\nEncourage problem‑solving, creativity, and critical thinking.\n\nFollow school safety protocols, including supervision during arrival, dismissal, and in‑class activities.\n\nTravel to various local school sites for each session.\n\nArrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.\n\nWhat We’re Looking For\n\nExperience working with groups of children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar).\n\nComfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.\n\nProfessional, positive, and kid‑friendly demeanor.\n\nGenuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.\n\nStrong grasp of chess fundamentals, able to explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics age‑appropriately.\n\nAbility to connect chess problem‑solving to real‑life problem‑solving.\n\nReliable personal transportation and ability to drive between locations.\n\nAvailability on weekday afternoons, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM, to teach 1–5 classes per week depending on school availability.\n\nCommitment to implementing school safety protocols and a strong record of reliability and adherence to safety and school policies.\n\nStrong punctuality and time‑management skills.\n\nBenefits and Compensation\n\nCompetitive Pay: $55–$75 per class (typical class time is approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including pre‑class setup, instructional time, and post‑class responsibilities).\n\nFlexible Hours: Teach a minimum of 1 class up to a maximum of 5 classes per week, based on local school availability.\n\nTravel Compensation: Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles round‑trip) from your home or work location.\n\nFull training and ongoing support, complete curriculum and materials, free chess classes, opportunities for advancement, and work flexibility.\n\nApplication Requirements\n\nResume: Include relevant experience with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings, and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.\n\nQuestionnaire: Complete a required questionnaire related to your interest in the role, experience working with children, and qualifications to teach chess.\n\nLocation Requirement\nThe position is based in Pasadena, CA . Relocation assistance is not provided. Candidates must be currently residing in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense.\n\nEqual Opportunity Statement\nChess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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