After School Teacher

Magnus Chess; Huntingtown (MD); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Diamond-level chess.com membership

Staff parties

Job summary

Magnus Chess is seeking an After School Teacher in Huntingtown, Maryland, to positively influence elementary school children by teaching them chess. Ideal candidates should have a passion for working with kids, enjoy playing chess, and possess a flexible schedule for part-time work after school hours.

Teachers will utilize a structured curriculum, engage students in lessons and games, and ensure a safe and supportive environment. Paid training will be provided to help instructors deliver chess education effectively.

Eligible instructors will benefit from perks like a free chess.com membership and staff events.

Qualifications

• Experience as a camp counselor, tutor, teacher, or coach is a plus.
• Must have a reliable vehicle for transportation.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs of teaching equipment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a classroom of 10–20 students.
• Teach chess rules and strategies using provided curriculum.
• Promote good sportsmanship among students.

Skills

Working with children

Interest in chess

Teaching or tutoring experience

Flexible schedule

Job description

After School Teacher

Make a positive difference in the lives of elementary school children by teaching them to play chess after school!

Silver Knights Chess Academy has taught chess to over 120,000 children in our 19‑year history. We provide curriculum and thorough, paid training on how to help children learn chess in a small group teaching setting. Come join us!

Pay: Starting at $55 / hour long club

Please note the total time commitment is longer due to setup and cleanup.

You will be a great fit if you:

• Want to work with children (ages 5‑11).
• Want to play chess! You don't have to be a master‑level player, but you do need interest and enthusiasm.
• Are available to work part‑time during "after‑school" hours beginning in the fall.
• Experience as a camp counselor, tutor, teacher, coach, after‑school instructor, or in preschool or daycare is a plus!
• Are comfortable driving and have a flexible schedule, for example, an Uber or Lyft driver, a student, or a retired person looking for a part‑time job.

You will receive thorough, paid training on how to help children learn chess.

Here’s a sample schedule of how your day might look:

• 2:45 pm – Arrive at school, check in, set up
• 3:00 pm – Kids arrive, you teach lesson
• 3:20 pm – Kids play practice games
• 4:00 pm – Clean up, parent pickup

Additional Qualifications

• Must be available at least 3 weekdays during the school year between 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
• Have a reliable vehicle for transportation
• Ability to lift 25 lbs of teaching equipment
• Ability to learn and use new software tools

Responsibilities

• Manage a classroom of 10‑20 students
• Use our curriculum to demonstrate and effectively communicate all of the basic rules (piece movement, how to castle, check, checkmate, etc.) and strategy
• Promote good sportsmanship among students
• Responsibly store and maintain all teaching equipment and materials
• Supervise parent pickup

As a teacher with Silver Knights Chess Academy, you are eligible for some perks, including a free Diamond‑level chess.com membership, staff parties, and more!

Silver Knights Chess Academy is an EEO employer and is a safe and drug‑free workplace.