After-School Chess Instructor | Flexible Hours & Pay

Chess Wizards, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 13,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay per class

Flexible hours

Travel mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Chess Wizards, Inc. seeks enthusiastic instructors to run after-school chess sessions in the Washington, DC area. Instructors lead 1–5 classes weekly, teaching 10–15 elementary students using a structured curriculum and safety-forward classroom practices.

Ideal candidates enjoy working with kids, demonstrate punctuality, and can travel between local schools. No relocation assistance; candidate must reside in or relocate at their own expense.

Qualifications

• Experience working with groups of children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar).
• Ability to lead a class independently with an engaging, kid-friendly approach.
• Professional, positive demeanor and good sportsmanship.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals and ability to explain moves and tactics clearly to kids.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to drive between locations.
• Weekday afternoon availability (2:00 PM–5:00 PM) to teach 1–5 classes per week.
• Commitment to school safety protocols and supervising students.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 elementary students.
• Teach chess fundamentals using the structured curriculum.
• Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
• 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.

Skills

Teaching groups of children

Engaging classroom presence

Punctuality

Reliable transportation

Job description

Chess Wizards, Inc. seeks enthusiastic instructors to run after-school chess sessions in the Washington, DC area. Instructors lead 1–5 classes weekly, teaching 10–15 elementary students using a structured curriculum and safety-forward classroom practices.

Ideal candidates enjoy working with kids, demonstrate punctuality, and can travel between local schools. No relocation assistance; candidate must reside in or relocate at their own expense.