Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Silver Spring, MD

20d•$50 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school enrichment program serving elementary students in the Silver Spring, Maryland area. Instructors lead fun, interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 students, using a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship. They create a positive classroom environment, keep students engaged, redirect behavior when needed, and encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. Instructors also follow school safety protocols and supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities. The role involves traveling to assigned local school sites and teaching one to five classes per week, depending on class availability. Classes take place on weekday afternoons, with start times typically between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. A typical class lasts approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $50–$65 per class. 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, curriculum and materials, free chess classes, advancement opportunities, work flexibility, and a positive company culture. The position is based in Silver Spring, MD; relocation assistance is not provided.

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 a genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
Strong grasp of chess fundamentals and 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 one to five classes per week, with class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM; the number of classes depends on availability at local partner schools.
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, including work with children and 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 Silver Spring, MD area or be willing to relocate at personal expense.

Responsibilities

Lead 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 assigned local school sites for each session.
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.