Inspiring After-School Chess Instructor (Boston)

Chess Wizards, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay: $50 - $70 per class

Flexible hours: 1–5 classes/week

Travel mileage reimbursement

Full curriculum and materials training

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to join our after-school enrichment program in Boston. Lead chess classes for elementary students using a structured curriculum, while keeping sessions engaging and safe.

Applicants should have experience with children, be punctual, and have reliable transportation to travel between local schools. Part-time role with 1–5 classes weekly, typically afternoons.

Qualifications

• Experience working with groups of children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings.
• Ability to lead a class independently with interactive, engaging sessions.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel between schools.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10-15 elementary students.
• Use our structured 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 children

Classroom management

Punctuality

Reliable transportation

Ability to drive between locations

Dependable schedule (2–5 classes/week)

Job description

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to join our after-school enrichment program in Boston. Lead chess classes for elementary students using a structured curriculum, while keeping sessions engaging and safe.

Applicants should have experience with children, be punctual, and have reliable transportation to travel between local schools. Part-time role with 1–5 classes weekly, typically afternoons.