Chess Instructor | Fall

This vacancy is designated for the Fall season; interviews are being conducted for sessions starting in late summer/early fall. The position is based in Arlington, MA (relocation assistance not provided).

About the role

Chess Wizards seeks enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school enrichment program. Instructors lead fun, interactive chess classes for elementary students, using a structured curriculum to teach fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship while managing a lively classroom.

Benefits

• Competitive pay: $50–$70 per class (typical class is approximately 90 minutes, including pre-class setup, instructional time, and post-class responsibilities).
• Flexible hours: Teach a minimum of 1 class up to a maximum of 5 classes per week, based on availability at local schools. Classes are scheduled on weekday afternoons with start times typically between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM.
• Travel compensation: Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles round‑trip) from your home or work location. Work locations are assigned by the manager based on available schools and classes in your area.
• Training & support: Full training, ongoing support, complete curriculum and materials provided.
• Free chess classes for instructors.
• Advancement opportunities and a flexible, positive company culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 energetic elementary students.
• Guide activities, keep students engaged, and redirect behavior when needed.
• Use the structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship.
• Manage the classroom with confidence and positivity.
• Encourage problem‑solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
• Follow school safety protocols, including supervision during arrival, dismissal, and in‑class activities.
• Travel to various local school sites for each session.
• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.

Requirements

• Experience working with groups of children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar).
• Comfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly, fun sessions; upbeat, engaging demeanor.
• Professional, positive, kid‑friendly attitude and genuine desire to be a positive role model promoting good sportsmanship.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals — ability to clearly and confidently explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics in an age‑appropriate way.
• Ability to connect chess problem‑solving to real‑life problem‑solving.
• Reliable personal transportation and ability to drive between locations.
• Availability on weekday afternoons (class start times 2:00 PM–5:00 PM) to teach 1–5 classes per week, depending on partner‑school availability.
• Commitment to implementing school safety protocols; strong record of reliability and strict adherence to safety and school policies.
• Strong punctuality and time‑management skills.

Application Requirements

• Resume: Detail relevant experience working with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings, plus any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
• Questionnaire: Complete a required questionnaire covering your interest in the role, experience with children, and qualifications to teach chess.

Location Requirement

Candidates must currently reside in the Arlington, MA area or be willing to relocate at their own expense.