Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Rockville, MD

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to teach after-school chess classes to elementary students in Rockville, Maryland. Instructors lead interactive classes for groups of 10–15 students, use a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and sportsmanship, and create a positive, engaging classroom environment. The role requires independent supervision of children 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 local school availability. A typical class takes 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. The position is based in Rockville, MD; relocation assistance is not provided. Chess Wizards provides full training and ongoing support, a curriculum and materials, free chess classes, advancement opportunities, work flexibility, and a positive company culture. Applicants must submit a resume detailing relevant experience 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.
Ability to lead a class independently and create 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.
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, with capacity to teach one to five classes per week depending on school availability.
Commitment to student safety and strict adherence to school safety protocols and policies.
Strong reliability, punctuality, and time-management skills.
Currently reside in the Rockville, Maryland area or be willing to relocate at personal expense.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience and 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, maintain student engagement, and redirect behavior when needed.
Manage a lively classroom confidently and positively.
Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking, and connect 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 and prepared to teach.