Elementary Chess Coach — After-School Fun & Flexible Hours

Chess Wizards, Inc.; Ellicott City (MD); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 103,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Free chess classes

Job summary

Chess Wizards, Inc. seeks enthusiastic instructors to lead after-school chess classes for elementary students in Ellicott City, MD. You’ll use a structured curriculum, foster a fun learning environment, and promote sportsmanship while traveling to local school sites.

You’ll work 1–5 classes per week in the late afternoon, with flexible hours and reimbursement for mileage. Training is provided and advancement opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Experience working with groups of children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar).
• Ability to lead a class independently with interactive, friendly sessions.
• Professional, positive, kid-friendly demeanor.
• Strong knowledge of chess fundamentals and clear explanations.
• Reliable transportation and 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 reliability.
• Strong punctuality and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 elementary students.
• Teach chess fundamentals using our 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

Experience with children groups

Classroom leadership

Punctuality

Reliable transportation

Chess knowledge

Job description

Chess Wizards, Inc. seeks enthusiastic instructors to lead after-school chess classes for elementary students in Ellicott City, MD. You’ll use a structured curriculum, foster a fun learning environment, and promote sportsmanship while traveling to local school sites.

You’ll work 1–5 classes per week in the late afternoon, with flexible hours and reimbursement for mileage. Training is provided and advancement opportunities are available.