Job Title: Chess Instructor (After-school Program)
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Type: Part-Time | In-Person
Pay: $27.00–$29.00 per hour + mileage reimbursement
About Yes For Chess
Yes For Chess is a growing after-school enrichment program serving elementary schools across the Bay Area. We are known for being organized, supportive, and for promoting strong instructors into larger roles as we grow.
The Opportunity
We are hiring one strong, reliable instructor who lives in or very near Palo Alto to support a key region of our program.
This role is a great fit for someone who:
- Wants consistent part-time work now
- Is open to more hours and responsibility over time
- Enjoys working with kids
- Is comfortable driving locally between nearby schools
This role is intentionally designed to grow into a larger, more stable position for the right person.
Location Focus
We are specifically looking for candidates who live in:
- Palo Alto
- Menlo Park
- East Palo Alto
- Redwood City (or very nearby)
Primary teaching locations
- Palo Alto
- Sunnyvale
- Santa Clara
Occasional coverage may include
- San Bruno
- San Francisco
- San Jose
This is a local, driving-based role, so proximity and reliability matter.
Schedule
- Up to 4 afternoons per week to start
- Typical hours: 90 minutes (2:30 PM onwards)
- Designed to grow into more hours over time
This role is a strong fit for:
- College graduates
- Graduate students
- Educators
- Professionals looking for meaningful, structured part-time work
Why This Role Is Different
This is not a short-term gig.
Strong performers may grow into:
- More weekly teaching hours
- A floating/coverage role across regions
- Increased responsibility and leadership
- Office or program support opportunities once a week
We are intentionally looking for someone we can invest in long-term.
What Success Looks Like
- Being reliable, punctual, and consistent
- Building strong relationships with students and school staff
- Being comfortable driving between nearby schools
- Communicating clearly and professionally
- Showing flexibility when coverage is needed
Qualifications
- Enjoy working with elementary-age kids
- Reliable transportation and willingness to drive locally
- Dependable, organized, and communicative
- Chess experience is a plus — we provide training
Pay & Benefits
- $27–$29 per hour
- Mileage reimbursement for longer drives
- Paid training and ongoing support
Why Join Yes For Chess
- Supportive team and clear expectations
- Real opportunity to grow beyond a basic part-time role
- Meaningful work with kids
- A chance to become a key instructor in one of our most important regions
