Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Alexandria, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Chess Instructor to lead after-school enrichment classes for elementary students in Alexandria, Virginia. Instructors teach groups of approximately 10–15 students using a structured curriculum, make chess learning interactive and engaging, and foster sportsmanship, problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. The role involves independently managing a lively classroom, following school safety procedures, supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities, and traveling to assigned local school sites. Full training, curriculum, materials, and ongoing support are provided. Classes take place 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. A typical class commitment is approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $50–$65 per class. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. This position is based in Alexandria, VA; relocation assistance is not provided, and candidates must live in the area or relocate at their own expense.

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.
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 strictly following safety and school policies while independently supervising children.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience, including work with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Complete the required application questionnaire about interest in the role, experience working with children, and qualifications to teach chess.
Currently reside in the Alexandria area or be willing to relocate at personal expense; relocation assistance is not provided.

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 class activities, keep students engaged, and redirect behavior when needed.
Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
Encourage students’ problem-solving, creativity, and critical-thinking skills, 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.