Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Arlington, MA

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to teach after-school chess enrichment classes to elementary students in Arlington, Massachusetts. Instructors lead fun, interactive sessions for groups of approximately 10–15 students, using a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship. The role involves independently managing a lively classroom, keeping students engaged, and redirecting behavior when needed. Classes take place at local schools on weekday afternoons, with start times typically between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Instructors teach 1–5 classes per week, depending on local school availability. A typical class is approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Instructors travel between assigned school locations; mileage reimbursement is provided for trips over 15 miles one way from home or work. Relocation assistance is not provided. Chess Wizards provides training, ongoing support, curriculum and materials, free chess classes, advancement opportunities, and work flexibility.

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 an upbeat, engaging approach.
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 for class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, with capacity to teach 1–5 classes per week depending on school availability.
Commitment to school safety protocols, reliability, and strict adherence to safety and school policies while supervising children independently.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Resume detailing relevant experience, including work with children and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Completion of the required application questionnaire about interest in the role, experience working with children, and qualifications to teach chess.
Currently residing in the Arlington, Massachusetts area or willing to relocate at personal expense.

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.
Manage the classroom confidently and positively, keeping students engaged and redirecting behavior when needed.
Encourage students’ problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
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.