After School Teacher

Job Overview

Make a positive difference in the lives of elementary school children by teaching them to play chess after school! Silver Knights Chess Academy has taught chess to over 120,000 children in our 19‑year history. We provide curriculum and thorough, paid training on how to help children learn chess in a small group teaching setting. Come join us!

Starting at $55 / hour long club

Note:

the total time commitment is longer due to setup and cleanup.

• Enjoy working with children ages 5‑11.
• Enthusiastic about chess; master‑level play is not required.
• Available to work part‑time during after‑school hours beginning in the fall.
• Experience as a camp counselor, tutor, teacher, coach, after‑school instructor, preschool or daycare is a plus.
• Comfortable driving and has a flexible schedule (e.g., Uber/Lyft driver, student, retired person).

You will receive thorough, paid training on how to help children learn chess.

• 2:45 PM – Arrive at school, check in, set up.
• 3:00 PM – Kids arrive, you teach lesson.
• 3:20 PM – Kids play practice games.
• 4:00 PM – Clean up, parent pickup.

• Available at least 3 weekdays during the school year between 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
• Have a reliable vehicle for transportation.
• Ability to lift 25 lb of teaching equipment.
• Ability to learn and use new software tools.

• Manage a classroom of 10–20 students.
• Use our curriculum to demonstrate and effectively communicate all basic rules (piece movement, how to castle, check, check‑mate, etc.) and strategy.
• Promote good sportsmanship among students.
• Responsibly store and maintain all teaching equipment and materials.

Perks include a free Diamond‑level  membership, staff parties, and more.

Silver Knights Chess Academy is an EEO employer and is a safe and drug‑free workplace.

Entry level

Part‑time

Education and Training

Education

Guaranteed response within 72 hours of applying.