Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Silver Spring, MD

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school chess enrichment program serving elementary students in Silver Spring, Maryland. Instructors lead fun, interactive classes for groups of 10–15 children, use a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and sportsmanship, and foster problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. The role involves independently managing a lively classroom, following school safety protocols, supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities, and traveling to local school sites. 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 one hour and thirty minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $50–$65 per class. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips over 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. Work locations are assigned by a manager based on available schools and classes. Relocation assistance is not provided; candidates must reside in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense. Chess Wizards provides full training and ongoing support, curriculum and materials, free chess classes, opportunities for advancement, flexible work, and a positive company culture. Applicants must submit a resume describing relevant experience and complete a required questionnaire about their interest, experience with children, and chess-teaching qualifications. Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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.
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 depending on local school availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and adhering strictly 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.

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, keep students engaged, and redirect behavior when needed.
Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking, including connecting 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, prepared, and ready to engage students.