After-School Chess Instructor - Flexible Hours & Pay

Chess Wizards, Inc.; Reading (MA); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free chess classes

Opportunities for advancement

Work flexibility

Job summary

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic instructors for after-school chess programs in Reading, MA. You will lead fun, interactive classes for elementary students, using a structured curriculum and promoting good sportsmanship.

The role requires reliability, time management, and the ability to travel between local school sites. Typical sessions are 2:00 PM–5:00 PM, with 1–5 classes per week depending on school availability.

Qualifications

• Experience working with groups of children
• Ability to lead a class independently and create interactive, fun sessions
• Professional, positive, kid-friendly demeanor
• Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals; explain movement, basics, and tactics to kids
• Reliable personal transportation and ability to drive between locations
• Availability on weekday afternoons (2:00 PM–5:00 PM) to teach 1–5 classes per week
• Commitment to safety protocols and punctuality

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 elementary students
• Use structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and sportsmanship
• Maintain a lively and positive classroom environment
• Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking
• Follow school safety protocols 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

Job description

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic instructors for after-school chess programs in Reading, MA. You will lead fun, interactive classes for elementary students, using a structured curriculum and promoting good sportsmanship.

The role requires reliability, time management, and the ability to travel between local school sites. Typical sessions are 2:00 PM–5:00 PM, with 1–5 classes per week depending on school availability.