Chess Instructor

Silver Knights Chess Academy•Warrenton, VA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Silver Knights Chess Academy is seeking Chess Instructors to teach chess to elementary school children ages 5–11 in small groups. Instructors use the academy’s curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and strategy, while encouraging good sportsmanship. Paid training is provided. The role involves part-time work during after-school hours in the fall, winter, and spring. A sample schedule includes arriving at 2:45 p.m. to check in and set up, teaching a lesson starting at 3:00 p.m., supervising practice games, and cleaning up after parent pickup around 4:00 p.m. The total time commitment is longer than the meeting itself because setup and cleanup are required. Starting pay is $55 per hour-long meeting.

Requirements

Know the rules and basic strategy of chess, or be willing to learn.
Have experience or interest in working with elementary-age children, such as as a small-group tutor.
Have a reliable vehicle for transportation.
Be able to lift 25 pounds of teaching equipment.
Be able to learn and use new software tools.
Be available for part-time after-school work during the fall, winter, and spring.
Be comfortable driving and have a flexible schedule.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a classroom setting is a plus.
Experience as a camp counselor, tutor, teacher, coach, after-school instructor, or preschool teacher.

Responsibilities

Manage a classroom of 10–20 students.
Use the company curriculum to demonstrate and communicate basic chess rules and strategy, including piece movement, castling, check, and checkmate.
Promote good sportsmanship among students.
Responsibly store and maintain teaching equipment and materials.