Chess Updated 7/15/26

Job Title: After-School Chess InstructorCompany: Concorde EducationJob Type: Independent ContractorLocation: Local partner schoolsSchedule: 1–4 hours per week (after school)Program Length: Typically 10 weeksStart Dates: Programs launch throughout the school yearCompensation: $50+ per instructional hour, flexible based on assignment and instructor experiencePosition OverviewTeach engaging chess enrichment classes that help students build strategic thinking, problem-solving, concentration, and confidence.Concorde Education partners with schools to provide high-quality after-school programs led by passionate instructors. In this role, you will lead structured, hands-on chess sessions that introduce students to the rules, strategies, and decision-making skills involved in the game.Classes typically meet once per week for approximately one hour, though some instructors choose to teach multiple programs per week depending on their availability.What You Will TeachStudents will learn chess fundamentals through direct instruction, guided practice, puzzles, strategy challenges, and organized gameplay. Lessons should be accessible to beginners while providing appropriate extensions for students with prior chess experience.Instructors use weekly lesson plans while adapting activities to the ages, experience levels, and interests of participating students.Possible Class TopicsChessboard setup, piece movement, and game rulesCheck, checkmate, stalemate, and other game outcomesPiece values and effective tradesOpening principles and early-game developmentTactics such as forks, pins, skewers, and discovered attacksDefensive strategies and identifying threatsCheckmate patterns and endgame fundamentalsPlanning ahead and evaluating possible movesChess notation and game review, as appropriateStrategy puzzles and timed challengesSportsmanship, patience, and respectful competitionStructured matches, mini-tournaments, and team activitiesResponsibilitiesLead engaging after-school chess sessions for studentsTeach chess rules, tactics, and strategies in a clear and age-appropriate mannerFacilitate guided practice, puzzles, and organized gameplaySupport students with varying levels of chess experienceMaintain a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environmentEncourage sportsmanship, respectful competition, and thoughtful decision-makingManage chess sets, boards, timers, and other program materials responsiblyCoordinate professionally with school staff and Concorde program contactsQualificationsMinimum 60 college credits completedStrong knowledge of chess rules, tactics, and foundational strategyExperience working with youth through teaching, tutoring, camps, clubs, coaching, or youth programsAbility to explain chess concepts clearly to beginner and intermediate playersStrong communication and group facilitation skillsReliable, punctual, and professionalWho This Role Is Great ForMany of our chess instructors are:Current or former teachers and educatorsExperienced chess players, club leaders, or tournament participantsCollege or graduate students with experience in education, mathematics, or strategy-based activitiesTutors, camp counselors, coaches, and youth program leadersProfessionals and hobbyists who enjoy sharing chess with younger learnersIndividuals who enjoy helping students build patience, confidence, and critical-thinking skills