Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards • Leesburg, VA

19d • Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school enrichment program in Leesburg, Virginia. Instructors lead fun, interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students, using a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and encourage good sportsmanship. The role includes independently managing a lively classroom, keeping students engaged, redirecting behavior when needed, and connecting chess problem-solving to real-life problem-solving. Instructors travel to local school sites and supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities while following school safety protocols.

Classes are scheduled on weekday afternoons, with start times typically between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Instructors teach a minimum of one and a maximum of five classes per week, depending on local school availability. Each class typically takes approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including pre-class setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $60–$75 per class. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips over 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, and opportunities for advancement.

The position is based in Leesburg, VA. Relocation assistance is not provided; applicants must currently reside in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense. Applicants must submit a resume and complete a required questionnaire. Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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.
• 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.
• 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 availability.
• Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and strictly following safety and school policies while independently supervising children.
• Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
• Submit a resume detailing relevant experience working 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 Leesburg, VA 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, engage students, and redirect behavior when needed.
• Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
• Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking, including connecting chess problem-solving to real-life problem-solving.
• Follow school safety protocols and supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and in-class activities.
• Travel to various local school sites for each session.
• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way from home or work location.
• Full training and ongoing support.
• Full curriculum and materials.
• Free chess classes.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Work flexibility.
• Great company culture.

What This Job Offers

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