Chess Instructor | Winter

Chess Instructor (After‑School Enrichment Program)

Location: Wheaton, MD

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

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 energetic elementary students.
• Use a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship.
• Manage a lively classroom with confidence, positivity, and effective behavior management.
• 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 and 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.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals with the ability to 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 (2:00 PM–5:00 PM) to teach 1–5 classes per week, based on local partner schools.
• Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and maintaining a strong record of reliability and adherence to safety and school policies.
• Strong punctuality and time‑management skills.

• Resume detailing relevant experience with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings.
• Questionnaire covering interest in the role, experience with children, and qualifications to teach chess.

Chess Wizards instructors receive full training and ongoing support, a comprehensive curriculum and materials, free chess classes, opportunities for advancement, and a flexible work environment.

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.