Join the RCA!

At Rasberry Chess Academy (RCA), we use 64 squares to teach kids how to think, grow, and lead. Chess is just the game, building confidence, resilience, and sharp critical thinking skills is the real win. We’re looking for passionate coaches and junior coaches to empower the next generation of thinkers across Montgomery. Ready to make a real move? Join our team today.

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    Coaching (Ages 19+)

    Passionate about chess? Motivated to make a real impact with kids? RCA is looking for reliable, enthusiastic individuals to coach weekly afternoon chess classes in Montgomery. Coaches lead beginner-friendly lessons, monitor and direct student gameplay, and help maintain a positive and orderly classroom environment. You’ll join a mission-driven team committed to helping kids grow their brains through chess.

    Chess coaching is more than just teaching a game to a group of kids. As a coach, you will guide students in building confidence, learning to think critically, and growing in character, while also developing your own leadership, communication, and classroom management skills.

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    Junior Coaching (Ages 14-18)

    Not yet 19 but love chess and working with kids? RCA is looking for motivated students ages 14–18 to serve as Junior Coaches in weekly afternoon chess classes in Montgomery. Junior Coaches assist with gameplay, support the lead coach, and take on more classroom responsibility as they grow. It’s a meaningful way to contribute while building real-world leadership and communication skills leadership and communication skills.

    RCA is committed to helping Junior Coaches grow not just as instructors, but as young professionals. We aim to challenge and support them as they build confidence, strengthen communication, take on leadership, and learn what it means to show up with purpose and professionalism.

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Learn More!

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  • We’re looking for individuals to fill our Coaching (ages 19+) and Junior Coaching (ages 14–18) positions who are reliable, patient, and enjoy working with kids. You don’t need to be a chess master or have classroom experience. What you do need is a solid understanding of chess rules, a willingness to learn, and a leadership mindset grounded in integrity. Generally, an online rating around 500+ is a great baseline for teaching our beginner classes. Coaches and Junior Coaches must be available in person, at least once a week during the afternoon in Montgomery, AL.

  • Coaching with RCA is a chance to teach, lead, and make a difference in kids’ lives across the city. Our after-school classes typically run once a week for an hour and are filled with primarily beginner students in grades K–5. Each class includes a short lesson and time for gameplay, where coaches help kids improve and stay engaged.

    Adult Coaches lead the class, teach lessons, and manage the room. Junior Coaches assist with gameplay and classroom support while gradually learning to lead different parts of the class under the guidance of an adult coach. Both roles offer the opportunity to earn more as you gain experience and demonstrate heightened coaching ability.

    All RCA coaches are W-2 employees. We believe in investing in our team through competitive pay, structured support, and ongoing mentorship from our head coaches. Whether you're leading a lesson or assisting with gameplay, you’ll gain real leadership and communication skills in a supportive, growth-focused environment.

    • Starting at $70/class.

    • Role:

      • Teach lessons.

      • Manage classroom behavior.

      • Bring required class materials (provided by RCA).

      • Supervise students from arrival until they are properly dismissed to a parent or approved activity.

      • Work cooperatively with other RCA coaches and school staff to support a positive class environment.

    • Chess Knowledge: Solid understanding of chess rules required; higher skill is a plus.

    • Comfort Working with Kids: Experience not required, but a plus.

    • Background Check: Must be able to pass and must have a valid photo ID.

    • Depending on age and skill level, you could start between $40-$60/class.

    • Role:

      • Answer student questions, help kids stay focused, and assist the lead coach in any way required.

      • Will take on added responsibilities over time, including teaching lessons, managing classroom behavior, leading transitions, and handling dismissal, with the goal of becoming fully capable in class leadership (though always paired with an adult coach until you're one yourself).

    • Chess Knowledge: Solid understanding of chess rules required; higher skill is a plus.

    • Comfort Working with Kids: Experience not required, but a plus.

    • Background Check: All coaches must be eligible to pass a background check. Junior Coaches under 18 will need parent or guardian consent and a valid form of ID.

    1. Fill out the application form linked below with your availability and basic information.

    2. We’ll reach out to schedule a short virtual interview.

    3. Next, you’ll join us for a fun in-person preview day during a live class! You'll get to teach a quick 5-minute lesson and experience what coaching is like to make sure it's something you love. If it’s a mutual match, we’ll find classes that fit your schedule so you can dive right in.

    4. From your first class, we’ll work closely with you to train and support you as you grow into your role.

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