Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Baltimore, MD

20d•$50 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school enrichment program in Baltimore, Maryland. Instructors lead fun, interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students, using a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and good sportsmanship. They create a positive classroom environment, keep students engaged, redirect behavior when needed, and encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. Instructors supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and classroom activities in accordance with school safety protocols, and travel to assigned local school sites. Classes take place on weekday afternoons, with start times typically between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Instructors teach between one and five classes per week, depending on class availability at local partner schools. A typical class lasts approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $50–$65 per class, with mileage reimbursement for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. Chess Wizards provides full training, ongoing support, curriculum and materials, free chess classes, advancement opportunities, work flexibility, and a positive company culture. Applicants must reside in the Baltimore area or be willing to relocate at their own expense; relocation assistance is not provided. Applicants must submit a resume and complete a questionnaire as part of the application. Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children through teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar work.
Ability to lead a class independently and create interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
Professional, positive, kid-friendly demeanor and an upbeat, engaging approach.
Genuine desire to serve as a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
Strong grasp of chess fundamentals, including piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics, and ability to explain them clearly and age-appropriately.
Ability to connect chess problem-solving to real-life problem-solving.
Reliable personal transportation and ability to drive between locations.
Weekday afternoon availability for class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, with capacity to teach one to five classes per week depending on local availability.
Commitment to school safety protocols and strong reliability, including strict adherence to safety and school policies while supervising children independently.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience with children and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Complete the required application questionnaire about interest, experience working with children, and qualifications to teach chess.
Currently reside in the Baltimore area or be willing to relocate at personal expense.

Responsibilities

Lead interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students.
Use the provided structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship.
Keep students engaged, guide activities, and redirect behavior when necessary.
Create a confident, positive, friendly classroom environment.
Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking, including connections between chess and real-life problem-solving.
Follow school safety protocols and supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities.
Travel to assigned local school sites for each session.
Arrive punctually, prepared, and ready to engage students.