After-School Chess Instructor — Flexible Hours & Travel

Chess Wizards, Inc.; Arlington (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Chess Wizards seeks enthusiastic instructors to join our after-school program in Arlington, MA. You’ll lead engaging chess classes for elementary students, using our curriculum to teach fundamentals, good sportsmanship, and critical thinking.

You’ll arrive prepared, manage a lively classroom, and travel between local school sites, with support from the manager. Responsibilities include delivering 1–5 classes weekly (2:00–5:00 PM window), creating a friendly, structured learning environment, and

Qualifications

• Experience working with groups of children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings.
• Ability to lead a class independently and make sessions interactive and fun.
• Strong, positive demeanor and reliable safety adherence.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 elementary students.
• Use our curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and sportsmanship.
• Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
• Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
• Follow school safety protocols during arrival, dismissal, and activities.
• Travel to various local school sites for each session.
• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.

Skills

Experience with groups of children

Classroom management

Punctuality

Reliable transportation

Chess fundamentals explanation

Job description

Chess Wizards seeks enthusiastic instructors to join our after-school program in Arlington, MA. You’ll lead engaging chess classes for elementary students, using our curriculum to teach fundamentals, good sportsmanship, and critical thinking.

You’ll arrive prepared, manage a lively classroom, and travel between local school sites, with support from the manager. Responsibilities include delivering 1–5 classes weekly (2:00–5:00 PM window), creating a friendly, structured learning environment, and