Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Howell, MI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking an enthusiastic, reliable instructor to lead after-school chess enrichment classes for elementary students in the Howell, Michigan area. Instructors teach groups of approximately 10–15 students using the company’s structured curriculum, create a positive and engaging classroom environment, and promote chess skills, problem-solving, creativity, critical thinking, and good sportsmanship. Classes take place at local schools on weekday afternoons, with start times typically between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Instructors teach between one and five classes per week, depending on local school availability. A typical class lasts approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including pre-class setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Instructors travel to assigned school sites and supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities in accordance with school safety protocols. Chess Wizards provides full training, ongoing support, curriculum and materials, and free chess classes. The position is based in Howell, MI; relocation assistance is not provided.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children through teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar work.
Comfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
Upbeat, engaging, professional, positive, and kid-friendly demeanor.
Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
Strong grasp of chess fundamentals, including the ability to 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 for class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, and ability to teach one to five classes per week depending on school availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and strictly following safety and school policies while independently supervising children.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience, including work with children and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Complete the required application questionnaire about interest in the role, experience working with children, and qualifications to teach chess.

Responsibilities

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