Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Germantown, MD

22d•$50 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking an enthusiastic and reliable instructor to lead after-school chess enrichment classes for elementary students in the Adamstown, Maryland area. Instructors teach groups of approximately 10–15 students using a structured curriculum and supplied materials, creating engaging, positive sessions that build chess skills, sportsmanship, problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. The instructor supervises students independently and follows school safety procedures throughout arrival, dismissal, and class activities. Classes take place at local schools 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 school availability. Each class commitment is approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. The instructor travels between assigned school locations and must have reliable personal transportation. The role offers $50–$65 per class and mileage reimbursement for trips exceeding 15 miles one way. Chess Wizards provides full training, ongoing support, curriculum and materials, and free chess classes. Relocation assistance is not provided.

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 piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics, and ability to explain them clearly 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 one to five classes per week depending on local school availability.
Commitment to school safety protocols 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, experience working with children, and chess-teaching qualifications.
Currently residing in the Adamstown, Maryland 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.
Guide 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.
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.