After-School Chess Assistant — Flexible Hours (DC)

Chess Wizards, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Travel compensation

Skill development

Job summary

Chess Wizards, Inc. is seeking enthusiastic Assistant Instructors to support our after-school chess enrichment program in Washington, DC.

You will assist the Chess Instructor, manage lively classes of 15-22 elementary students, and help them learn piece movements, basic strategies, and sportsmanship. Ideal candidates enjoy working with kids, have teaching or tutoring experience, and can travel to local schools.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in working with groups of elementary students.
• Experience teaching, tutoring, camp counseling, or similar is a plus.
• Ability to follow directions and support classroom management.
• Professional, positive, kid-friendly demeanor.
• Desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals and age-appropriate explanations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chess Instructor in setting up and managing a fun, interactive chess class for 15-22 elementary students.
• Provide one-on-one or small-group support to students, helping them practice piece movements and basic concepts.
• Support the instructor in guiding activities, keeping students engaged, and reinforcing positive behavior.
• Follow the structured curriculum and promote good sportsmanship alongside the Chess Instructor.
• Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
• Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
• Travel to various local school sites for each session and arrive prepared.

Skills

Interest in kids

Teaching experience

Punctuality

Chess fundamentals

Job description

Chess Wizards, Inc. is seeking enthusiastic Assistant Instructors to support our after-school chess enrichment program in Washington, DC.

You will assist the Chess Instructor, manage lively classes of 15-22 elementary students, and help them learn piece movements, basic strategies, and sportsmanship. Ideal candidates enjoy working with kids, have teaching or tutoring experience, and can travel to local schools.