Chess instructor

Location: Remote Company - Talent Gum Industry: E- Learning Employment Type: Contractual/Freelancing Role - Chess Facilitator Time Slots - 3 AM - 7 AM, 4 PM- 10 PM, 7 PM - 1 AM

About Talent Gum

Talent Gum is a fast-growing global e-learning platform launched in 2021 with a mission to redefine extracurricular education for children. We help children discover confidence, creativity, and communication skills through expert-led live online courses in public speaking, music, dance, art, and chess.

With a 4.8/5 Google rating, 37,000+ learners, and presence in 51+ countries, Talent Gum is trusted by parents worldwide to nurture the holistic development of children starting from 4 to 14 years.

Yes - and you’re thinking about this exactly the right way, just like with Public Speaking.

Who Can Apply

“If you enjoy chess and love helping children learn step-by-step, we’d love to hear from you-even if you’re new to teaching.”

We encourage applications from:

• Fresh graduates with a strong foundation in chess

• Homemakers / housewives passionate about teaching children from home

• Chess enthusiasts who enjoy working with beginners

• Aspiring chess coaches and career re-starters

Professional tournament experience or FIDE rating is not mandatory for this role.

Role & Responsibilities

Teach beginner and early-intermediate chess to children starting from 6 to 16 years through live online sessions. Explain chess concepts clearly using simple language, examples, and activities. Build strong fundamentals such as: Piece movement Basic tactics Opening principles Check, checkmate, and endgame basics Create a friendly, patient, and encouraging classroom environment. Engage students using puzzles, mini-games, and interactive discussions. Conduct demo sessions to help parents understand the learning approach. Take group and one-on-one classes based on comfort and availability. Track student progress and share basic feedback when required.

Chess Knowledge & Skills

Strong understanding of chess fundamentals. Ability to teach absolute beginners patiently and clearly. Comfort explaining concepts multiple times in different ways. Interest in helping children enjoy and stick with chess. Prior coaching or tournament experience is a plus, not a requirement.

Communication & Teaching Fit

Good spoken English Calm, friendly, and empathetic communication style. Ability to engage young learners in an online setting. Willingness to learn and follow Talent Gum’s structured curriculum and training.

Prior formal teaching experience is not mandatory. Training and lesson plans will be provided.