Assistant Chess Instructor - Fall

Chess Wizards•Silver Spring, MD

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking an enthusiastic, reliable Assistant Chess Instructor to support its after-school enrichment program for elementary students in Silver Spring, Maryland. The role assists a Chess Instructor in setting up and managing interactive chess classes for groups of 15–22 students, helping students practice piece movements and understand basic concepts while encouraging problem-solving, creativity, critical thinking, and good sportsmanship. Instructors follow a structured curriculum, support classroom management, and follow school safety protocols, including supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities. Classes take place at local schools on weekday afternoons, with start times typically between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. The position involves teaching 1–5 classes per week, depending on local class availability. Each class is approximately one hour and 30 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Employees travel between assigned school sites. Pay is $35–$40 per class, with mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way from home or work. Full training, curriculum, and materials are provided. Applicants must complete a questionnaire about their interest, experience working with children, and chess-teaching qualifications. The role is based in Silver Spring, MD; relocation assistance is not provided.

Requirements

Genuine interest in working with groups of elementary students.
Ability to follow direction and support the Chess Instructor’s classroom management.
Professional, positive, and kid-friendly demeanor.
Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
Strong grasp of chess fundamentals, including the ability to explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics in an age-appropriate way.
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 1–5 classes per week depending on school availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and adhering strictly to safety and school policies.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Completion of a required application questionnaire about interest in the role, experience working with children, and qualifications to teach chess.

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 to help students practice piece movements and understand basic chess concepts.
Support classroom activities, keep students engaged, 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 problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
Follow school safety protocols, including supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities.
Travel to assigned local school sites for each session.
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.