Chess Instructor

Chess Instructor

Silver Knights Chess Academy is looking for people who want to make a positive difference in the lives of elementary school children. We have taught chess to over 120,000 children in our 19-year history. Come teach with us!

Starting at $55 / hour long meeting. Please note the total time commitment is longer due to setup and cleanup.

• Play chess! You don't have to be a master‑level player, but you do need interest and enthusiasm.
• Want to work with children in a small group teaching setting (ages 5‑11).
• Are available to work part‑time during after‑school hours (fall/winter/spring).
• Have experience as a camp counselor, tutor, teacher, coach, after‑school instructor, or preschool teacher.
• Are comfortable driving and have a flexible schedule with availability during after‑school programs, for example, an Uber or Lyft driver, a student, or a retired person looking for a part‑time job.

You will receive thorough, paid training on how to help children learn chess in a small group teaching setting.

• 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.

• Knowledgeable in the rules and basic strategy of chess, or willing to learn.
• Experience or interest in working with elementary‑age children, for instance as a small group tutor. Experience in a classroom setting is a plus.
• Have a reliable vehicle for transportation.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs 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 of the basic rules (piece movement, how to castle, check, checkmate, etc.) and strategy.
• Promote good sportsmanship among students.
• Responsibly store and maintain all teaching equipment and materials.

• Free Diamond‑level  membership for yourself.
• Staff parties.
• More perks.

SKC is an EEO employer and is a safe and drug‑free workplace.