Chess Instructor

About the role

Silver Knights Chess Academy is looking for people who want to make a positive difference in the lives of elementary school children. We have taught chess to over 120,000 children in our 19‑year history. Come teach with us! You will receive thorough, paid training on how to help children learn chess in a small group teaching setting.

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 castle, check, checkmate, etc.) and strategy
• Promote good sportsmanship among students
• Responsibly store and maintain all teaching equipment and materials

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)
• Experience in a classroom setting 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
• Play chess – interest and enthusiasm required (master‑level not needed)
• Want to work with children in a small group teaching setting (ages 5‑11)
• Available to work part‑time during after‑school hours (fall/winter/spring)
• Experience as a camp counselor, tutor, teacher, coach, after‑school instructor, or preschool teacher
• Comfortable driving and have a flexible schedule with availability during after‑school programs (e.g., Uber/Lyft driver, student, retired person seeking part‑time work)

Benefits

• Free Diamond‑level chess.com membership for yourself
• Staff parties and more!

Pay

Starting at $55 per hour (note: total time commitment is longer due to setup and cleanup)

Schedule

Sample schedule of how your day might look:

• 2:45 pm – Arrive at school, check in, set up
• 3:00 pm – Kids arrive, you teach lesson
• 3:20 pm – Kids play practice games
• 4:00 pm – Clean up, parent pickup