Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Abington, MA

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school enrichment program in Abington, Massachusetts. Instructors lead fun, interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 elementary students, using a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship. The role involves independently guiding activities, maintaining an engaging and positive classroom, redirecting behavior as needed, and following school safety protocols while supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities. Instructors travel to local school sites and are expected to arrive punctually and prepared. Classes are scheduled 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. Each class typically takes approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $50–$70 per class. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. Work locations are assigned based on available schools and classes in the area. Chess Wizards provides full training and ongoing support, curriculum and materials, free chess classes, advancement opportunities, work flexibility, and a positive company culture. Applicants must currently reside in the Abington area or be willing to relocate at their own expense; relocation assistance is not provided. Applicants must submit a resume and complete a required application questionnaire.

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.
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, to teach one to five classes per week as locally available.
Commitment to school safety protocols and strict adherence to safety and school policies while supervising children independently.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience with children and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Complete the required application questionnaire about interest in the role, experience with children, and chess-teaching qualifications.
Currently reside in the Abington, Massachusetts 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, keep students engaged, and redirect behavior when needed.
Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
Follow school safety protocols and supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities.
Travel to various local school sites for each session.
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.