Energetic After-School Chess Coach for Kids

Magnus Chess; District Heights (MD); On-site; USD 63,000 - 89,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Diamond-level chess.com membership

Staff parties

More perks

Job summary

Silver Knights Chess Academy is seeking a Chess Instructor to teach elementary students in a small-group setting after school in Maryland. You will use our curriculum to introduce basic rules, piece movement, and chess strategy, while promoting good sportsmanship.

Training is provided and guaranteed response within 72 hours of applying. Pay starts at $55 per hour for each meeting, with additional time for setup and cleanup; part-time hours in the after-school window are available and

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in the rules and basic strategy of chess, or willing to learn.
• Experience or interest in working with elementary-age children; classroom experience is a plus.
• 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 teach basic rules (piece movement, castling, check, checkmate) and strategy.
• Promote good sportsmanship among students.
• Store and maintain teaching equipment and materials.

Skills

Chess knowledge

Child experience

Reliable transportation

Lift 25 lbs

Learn software tools

Job description

Silver Knights Chess Academy is seeking a Chess Instructor to teach elementary students in a small-group setting after school in Maryland. You will use our curriculum to introduce basic rules, piece movement, and chess strategy, while promoting good sportsmanship.

Training is provided and guaranteed response within 72 hours of applying. Pay starts at $55 per hour for each meeting, with additional time for setup and cleanup; part-time hours in the after-school window are available and