Assistant Chess Instructor - Fall

Chess Wizards • Washington, DC

25d • $35 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable Assistant Instructors for its after-school enrichment program in Washington, DC. The Assistant Chess Instructor supports the Chess Instructor in teaching chess to elementary students, helping create an engaging, positive, and safe classroom environment. Classes typically serve 15–22 students and take place at local schools on weekday afternoons, with start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Instructors teach one to five classes per week, depending on local school availability. A typical class takes approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. The role requires travel between school sites and reliable personal transportation. Full training, curriculum, materials, and ongoing support are provided. This position is based in Washington, DC; relocation assistance is not provided.

Requirements

• Genuine interest in working with groups of elementary students.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals, including the ability to explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics in an age-appropriate way.
• Ability to follow direction and support classroom management while helping create interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
• Professional, positive, kid-friendly demeanor and a desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
• Ability to connect chess problem-solving to real-life problem-solving.
• Reliable personal transportation and ability to drive between locations.
• Availability on weekday afternoons, with class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, for one to five classes per week, depending on school availability.
• Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and adhering strictly to school policies.
• Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
• Must currently reside in the Washington, DC area or be willing to relocate at their own expense.
• Complete the required application questionnaire about interest in the role, experience working with children, and chess-teaching qualifications.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in teaching, tutoring, camp counseling, or a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chess Instructor with setting up and managing interactive chess classes for 15–22 elementary students.
• Provide one-on-one or small-group support, helping students practice piece movements and learn basic chess concepts.
• Help guide activities, maintain student engagement, and reinforce positive behavior.
• Follow the structured curriculum and promote good sportsmanship alongside the Chess Instructor.
• Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
• Encourage students’ problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
• Follow school safety protocols and supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities.
• Travel to assigned local school sites for each session.
• Arrive on time and prepared to engage students.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $35–$40 per class.
• Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip) from home or work location.
• Full training and ongoing support.
• Full curriculum and materials provided.
• Free chess classes.
• Opportunities for advancement to Chess Instructor.
• Work flexibility.
• Great company culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed