After-School Chess Instructor — Inspire Kids, $55+/hr

Magnus Chess; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 89,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Diamond-level chess.com membership

Staff parties

Job summary

Silver Knights Chess Academy is seeking instructors to teach chess to elementary-age children in a small-group setting after school. You’ll follow our curriculum, lead 10–20 students, and help kids learn piece movement, basic strategy, and sportsmanship.

No mastery required — enthusiasm and reliability matter. Training is provided, and the role includes pay starting at $55 per hour. A flexible part-time schedule with after-school hours is required, and a reliable vehicle is preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of chess rules and basic strategy, or willingness to learn.
• Experience or interest in working with elementary-age children; classroom experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage a classroom of 10-20 students.
• Use our curriculum to teach chess basics and strategy.
• Promote good sportsmanship among students.
• Store and maintain teaching equipment and materials.

Skills

Chess enthusiasm

Experience with children

Reliable transportation

Lift 25 lbs teaching equipment

Willing to learn software tools

Job description

Silver Knights Chess Academy is seeking instructors to teach chess to elementary-age children in a small-group setting after school. You’ll follow our curriculum, lead 10–20 students, and help kids learn piece movement, basic strategy, and sportsmanship.

No mastery required — enthusiasm and reliability matter. Training is provided, and the role includes pay starting at $55 per hour. A flexible part-time schedule with after-school hours is required, and a reliable vehicle is preferred.