Part-Time 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

Job summary

Silver Knights Chess Academy seeks an enthusiastic After School Teacher to guide elementary students (ages 5–11) through engaging chess lessons after school. You will work with 10–20 students in a small-group setting, using our curriculum and paid training to help kids learn chess fundamentals and strategy.

Starting pay is $55 per hour for club time, with additional setup/cleanup time. Training is thorough, and perks include a Diamond-level chess.com membership and staff events.

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 the provided curriculum to teach basic chess rules and strategy
• Promote good sportsmanship among students
• Carefully store and maintain teaching equipment and materials
• Supervise parent pickup

Skills

Working with children

Chess interest

Flexible schedule

Driver/vehicle

Classroom management

Job description

Silver Knights Chess Academy seeks an enthusiastic After School Teacher to guide elementary students (ages 5–11) through engaging chess lessons after school. You will work with 10–20 students in a small-group setting, using our curriculum and paid training to help kids learn chess fundamentals and strategy.

Starting pay is $55 per hour for club time, with additional setup/cleanup time. Training is thorough, and perks include a Diamond-level chess.com membership and staff events.