Chess Instructor | Winter

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Area: Silver Spring, MD

Do you love chess? Do you enjoy working with kids? Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to join our after-school enrichment program. If you can make learning fun, create a positive classroom environment, and share the magic of chess with elementary students, this is the perfect side‑hustle. Apply today and get paid to teach chess!

• Competitive Pay: $50–$65 per class (typical class time is approximately one hour and thirty minutes which includes pre‑class setup, instructional time, and post‑class responsibilities)
• Flexible
  
  Hours:
  
  Teach a minimum of 1 class up to a maximum of 5 classes per week. The number depends on availability of schools in your area. Classes are scheduled on weekday afternoons between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM at various local schools.
• Travel Compensation:
  Mileage reimbursement provided for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip). Work locations are assigned by the manager based on available schools and classes.

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 energetic elementary students. Instructors should be comfortable guiding activities, keeping students engaged, and redirecting behavior when needed.
• Use our structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship.
• Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
• Encourage problem‑solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
• Follow school safety protocols, including supervision during arrival, dismissal, and in‑class activities.
• Travel to various local school sites for each session.
• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.

• Experience working with groups of children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar).
• Comfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
• Professional, positive, and kid‑friendly demeanor.
• Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals. You should be able to clearly and confidently explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics in an age‑appropriate way.
• Ability to connect chess problem‑solving to real‑life problem‑solving.
• Reliable personal transportation and the ability to drive between locations.
• Availability on weekday afternoons between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM to teach 1–5 classes per week (number depends on availability at local partner schools).
• Commitment to implementing school safety protocols to protect students’ well‑being. Strong reliability and adherence to policies are required.
• Strong punctuality and time‑management skills.

• Resume:
  Include a resume detailing your relevant experience in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings, as well as any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
• Questionnaire:
  Complete a required questionnaire related to your interest in the role, your experience working with children, and your qualifications to teach chess.

Chess Wizards Instructors receive full training and ongoing support. Full curriculum and materials, free chess classes, opportunities for advancement, work flexibility, and a great company culture.

Location Requirement: This position is based in Silver Spring, MD
. Relocation assistance is not provided. Candidates must be currently residing in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense.

Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.