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    Chess Coach – After-School Programs

    Join the GMChessPrep Coaching Team

    GMChessPrep is looking for enthusiastic and dependable Chess Coaches to lead after-school chess programs at elementary schools primarily in Fairfax County, Virginia.
    This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys chess, likes working with children, and wants to help young students develop critical thinking, confidence, concentration, and sportsmanship through the game of chess.
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    Compensation

    Starting at $50 per class

    Please note that coaches should arrive before the scheduled class time for setup and remain briefly afterward for cleanup and student dismissal.

    Who We’re Looking For

    You may be a great fit for GMChessPrep if you:

    • Enjoy working with elementary-age students, typically ages 5–12
    • Have a solid understanding of chess and enthusiasm for teaching the game
    • Are patient, energetic, responsible, and comfortable managing groups of children
    • Are available during weekday after-school hours, generally between 2:30 PM and 5:00 PM
    • Have reliable transportation and are comfortable traveling to local schools
    • Can commit to a consistent schedule throughout the school session
    Previous experience as a chess coach, teacher, tutor, camp counselor, after-school instructor, or youth program leader is preferred, but not required for every position.
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    Students competing at multiple chess boards during a GMChessPrep summer event
    Chess lessons for kids with Grandmaster Rashad Babaev

    Your Responsibilities

    As a GMChessPrep Chess Coach, you will:

    • Lead engaging chess classes for groups of approximately 10–20 students
    • Teach chess rules, tactics, strategy, and game concepts appropriate to each group’s level
    • Follow GMChessPrep lesson plans and curriculum
    • Demonstrate chess positions and concepts clearly and effectively
    • Organize supervised practice games and chess activities
    • Encourage good sportsmanship, discipline, and respectful behavior
    • Manage classroom attendance and student dismissal
    • Set up, organize, and properly maintain chess equipment and teaching materials
    • Communicate professionally with GMChessPrep staff, school representatives, students, and parents when necessary

    Training & Support

    GMChessPrep provides coaches with training, curriculum, teaching materials, and ongoing support to help them successfully manage their classes. You do not need to be a titled or master-level chess player. Strong chess fundamentals, the ability to communicate with children, reliability, and a genuine interest in teaching are what matter most.

    Schedule

    Most programs take place on weekday afternoons during the school year. Coaches with availability on multiple
    weekdays may have opportunities to teach additional programs.

    Join GMChessPrep

    If you love chess and enjoy helping children learn and grow, we would be happy to hear from you. Apply to become a GMChessPrep Chess Coach and help introduce the next generation of students to the game of chess.

    GM Rashad Babaev playing chess with a student at a Reston community event


      Chess Coach – After-School Programs

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      Please complete the short application below. Our team will review your information and contact selected candidates.


      Please briefly tell us about your background, chess experience, experience working with children, and why you are interested in joining GMChessPrep.


      Please indicate which weekdays and after-school hours you are generally available.