Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Rochester, MI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking an enthusiastic, reliable Chess Instructor to lead an after-school enrichment program for elementary students in Rochester, Michigan. Instructors teach groups of approximately 10–15 students using a structured curriculum to introduce chess fundamentals and encourage good sportsmanship, problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. The role involves independently managing an active classroom, keeping students engaged, redirecting behavior when needed, and following school safety protocols while supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities. 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. Each class typically takes approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Instructors travel between assigned school locations and must have reliable personal transportation. Mileage is reimbursed for trips over 15 miles one way from home or work. Chess Wizards provides full training, ongoing support, curriculum and materials, free chess classes, opportunities for advancement, scheduling flexibility, and a positive company culture. Applicants must currently reside in the Rochester area or be willing to relocate at their own expense; relocation assistance is not provided. Applicants must submit a resume and complete a required questionnaire.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children in teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or a similar setting.
Ability to lead a class independently and create interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
Strong grasp of chess fundamentals, including the ability to explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics in an age-appropriate way.
Professional, positive, upbeat, engaging, and kid-friendly demeanor.
Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
Reliable personal transportation and ability to drive between locations.
Availability on weekday afternoons, with class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, to teach one to five classes per week, subject to local school availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and protecting students' well-being.
Strong reliability, punctuality, and time-management skills, with strict adherence to safety and school policies.
Currently reside in the Rochester, Michigan area or be willing to relocate at personal expense.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience and complete the required application questionnaire.

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 connecting chess problem-solving to 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.