Chess Instructor
About The Position
Silver Knights Chess Academy is hiring Chess Instructors to teach chess to elementary school children ages 5–11 in small-group settings. Instructors manage groups of 10–20 students, use the academy’s curriculum to teach chess rules and basic strategy, and encourage good sportsmanship. The academy provides thorough, paid training. The role involves travel to schools, setup and cleanup of teaching materials, and part-time work during after-school hours in the fall, winter, and spring. Pay starts at $55 per hour-long meeting; total time commitment is longer due to setup and cleanup.
Requirements
- Knowledge of chess rules and basic strategy, or willingness to learn.
- Experience or interest in working with elementary-age children; small-group tutoring is given as an example.
- Reliable vehicle for transportation.
- Ability to lift 25 pounds of teaching equipment.
- Ability to learn and use new software tools.
- Availability for part-time after-school programs during fall, winter, and spring.
- Comfort driving and having 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 academy’s 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.
Benefits
- Thorough, paid training.
- Free Diamond-level Chess.com membership.
- Staff parties and other perks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
