Part-Time After-School Chess Instructor

chessacademy; Burke (VA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 103,000; Part time

Job summary

Silver Knights Chess Academy is seeking an instructor to teach chess to elementary-age children in a small-group setting. This part-time role aligns with after-school programs and requires flexible availability.

Starting pay is $55 per hour for each long meeting, with additional time for setup and cleanup. Paid training is provided to help you effectively teach the curriculum and manage a classroom of 10-20 students.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in the rules and basic strategy of chess, or willing to learn.
• Experience or interest in working with elementary-age children, e.g. as a small group tutor; classroom experience is a plus.
• 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 cast)

Skills

Chess knowledge

Teaching children

Flexible schedule

Driving

Physical ability

Tools

Curriculum

Job description

Silver Knights Chess Academy is seeking an instructor to teach chess to elementary-age children in a small-group setting. This part-time role aligns with after-school programs and requires flexible availability.

Starting pay is $55 per hour for each long meeting, with additional time for setup and cleanup. Paid training is provided to help you effectively teach the curriculum and manage a classroom of 10-20 students.