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After-School Chess Instructor After School Specials Pleasant Hill, CA Job Details Part-time | Contract $40 - $50 an hour 21 hours ago Qualifications Working with students Cleaning Critical thinking Teaching Camp experience Full Job Description About the Role After School Specials LLC is hiring a Part-Time Chess Instructor to lead an engaging after-school chess program for elementary students in Pleasant Hill, CA. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with children and can make chess approachable, interactive, and fun. The program is designed to help students build confidence with the game while developing strategy, critical thinking, problem-solving, patience, and sportsmanship . You do not need to be a professional or tournament-level chess player. We are looking for an instructor who understands the fundamentals of chess, communicates clearly with children, and can confidently guide students through structured lessons, practice games, and challenges.
Current Schedule:
Wednesdays, 1:10 PM-2:10 PM Pleasant Hill, CA What You'll Teach Lessons may include: Chessboard setup and piece identification How each chess piece moves Capturing and protecting pieces Check, checkmate, and stalemate Basic opening principles Piece value and simple exchanges Offensive and defensive strategies Identifying threats Planning ahead Basic tactics and patterns Problem-solving chess puzzles Guided practice games Good sportsmanship and chess etiquette Lessons should be interactive and age-appropriate, with a balance of instruction, demonstrations, challenges, and actual gameplay . What You'll Do Lead an after-school chess class for elementary students Teach chess rules, strategies, and beginner-to-intermediate concepts Demonstrate moves and strategies clearly Help new players learn the fundamentals of the game Challenge returning or more experienced students at an appropriate level Facilitate practice games between students Help students think through moves rather than simply giving them answers Introduce chess puzzles and strategy challenges Encourage patience, concentration, critical thinking, and good sportsmanship Maintain a positive and organized classroom environment Follow provided curriculum and lesson guidance Set up chess materials before class and clean up afterward Communicate with the program team regarding attendance and class progress What We Provide After School Specials LLC provides: Chess curriculum and lesson guidance Chess sets and instructional materials Activity and challenge ideas Program resources Ongoing support from our program team You are not expected to develop an entire chess curriculum from scratch . Instructors should review the provided lesson before class and come prepared to demonstrate the concepts and activities for that session. Who We're Looking For This position may be a great fit for: Chess instructors Chess club leaders Teachers or teaching assistants Tutors College students After-school instructors Camp counselors or instructors Youth program instructors Chess players who enjoy teaching beginners Education or child development students The most important qualities are reliability, patience, strong communication with children, and a solid understanding of chess fundamentals . Qualifications Comfortable teaching chess fundamentals to elementary-age students Understand standard chess rules and piece movement Able to explain strategies in a simple, age-appropriate way Enjoy working with children Comfortable managing a small group of students Patient and encouraging with beginners Dependable and punctual Able to consistently commute to Pleasant Hill, CA Able to commit to the assigned weekly schedule Must complete required background screening and school clearance requirements Previous experience teaching chess, tutoring, coaching, working at camps, or leading youth programs is preferred but not required. Competitive chess or tournament experience is a plus, but not required . Schedule Wednesdays 1:10 PM-2:10 PM Pleasant Hill, CA This is an in-person, part-time after-school enrichment position. Compensation $40.00-$50.00 per hour Compensation may vary based on teaching experience, chess experience, and youth-program experience. Great Fit For Candidates searching for roles such as Chess Instructor, Chess Teacher, Chess Coach, After-School Instructor, Enrichment Instructor, Elementary Instructor, Tutor, Youth Instructor, Chess Club Instructor, or After-School Teacher are encouraged to apply. About After School Specials LLC After School Specials LLC provides engaging enrichment programs for students through hands-on, skill-building activities. Our programs are designed to give students opportunities to explore new interests, build confidence, develop problem-solving skills, and learn in a fun and supportive after-school environment. We provide instructors with structured resources and program support so they can focus on creating a positive experience for students. How to Apply Please apply through Indeed and include: Your current weekday availability Any experience you have playing or teaching chess Any experience working with children Any teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp, or after-school experience Applicants do not need to be tournament-level chess players. A strong understanding of chess fundamentals and the ability to teach and engage elementary students are the most important qualifications.
Pay:
$40.00 - $50.00 per hour Expected hours: 2.0 - 3.0 per week
