Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Baltimore, MD

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic and reliable instructors to lead after-school chess enrichment classes for elementary students in Baltimore, Maryland. Instructors teach groups of approximately 10–15 students using a structured curriculum, helping students learn chess fundamentals, practice good sportsmanship, and develop problem-solving, creativity, and critical-thinking skills. The role involves independently guiding activities, maintaining a positive and engaging classroom, and redirecting behavior when needed. Classes are held at local schools 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 partner schools. A typical class takes approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Instructors travel between assigned school sites and must follow school safety protocols, including supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. Chess Wizards provides full training, ongoing support, a curriculum and materials, and free chess classes. The position offers work flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Applicants must currently 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 required questionnaire about their interest, experience working with children, and chess-teaching qualifications.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children through teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar work.
Comfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
Upbeat, engaging, 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 one to five classes per week depending on local class availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and adhering strictly to school policies.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience, including work with children and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Complete the required application questionnaire.

Responsibilities

Lead fun, interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students.
Use the structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship.
Guide activities, keep students engaged, and redirect behavior when needed.
Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
Encourage students’ problem-solving, creativity, and critical-thinking skills.
Follow school safety protocols and supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and in-class activities.
Travel to assigned local school sites for each session.
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.