Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Bowie, MD

12d•$50 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school enrichment program in Bowie, Maryland. Instructors lead interactive chess classes for elementary students, using the company’s structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote sportsmanship. Classes typically include 10–15 students. The role involves independently guiding activities, maintaining an engaging and positive classroom, redirecting behavior when needed, and following school safety procedures while supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities. Instructors travel to assigned local school sites and are expected to arrive prepared and on time. Classes take place on weekday afternoons, generally starting between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Instructors teach from one to five classes per week, depending on local school availability. Typical class time is approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $50–$65 per class, and mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way. Full training, curriculum, materials, ongoing support, and opportunities for advancement are provided. The position is based in Bowie, MD. Relocation assistance is not provided; candidates must already live in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense. Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children, such as through teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar work.
Comfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
An upbeat, engaging, professional, positive, and kid-friendly demeanor.
A 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 for class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, and ability to teach one to five classes per week depending on school availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and adhering strictly to school policies; a strong record of reliability is required because instructors supervise children independently.
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 about interest in the role, experience working with children, and qualifications to teach chess.
Currently reside in the Bowie area or be willing to relocate at personal expense; relocation assistance is not provided.

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 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 in-class activities.
Travel to assigned local school sites for each session.
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.