Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Ypsilanti, MI

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to lead after-school chess enrichment classes for elementary students in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Instructors teach groups of 10–15 students using a structured curriculum and create a positive, interactive classroom environment that encourages chess learning, good sportsmanship, problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. The role involves supervising students independently, following school safety protocols, and traveling to local school sites. Classes are held 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 class availability at local schools. Each class commitment is approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $50–$65 per class. Mileage reimbursement is provided for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. Work locations are assigned by the manager based on available schools and classes. Chess Wizards provides full training and ongoing support, a full curriculum and materials, free chess classes, opportunities for advancement, work flexibility, and a positive company culture. This position is based in Ypsilanti, MI; relocation assistance is not provided. Applicants must already live in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense. Applicants must submit a resume and complete a required questionnaire about their interest, experience working with children, and chess-teaching qualifications.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children through teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar work.
Ability to lead a class independently and create interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
Upbeat, engaging, professional, positive, and kid-friendly demeanor.
Genuine desire to serve as 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.
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, with capacity to teach one to five classes per week depending on local school availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and adhering strictly to school policies while independently supervising children.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience with children and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Complete the required application questionnaire.
Currently reside in the Ypsilanti area or be willing to relocate at personal expense; relocation assistance is not provided.

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, engage students, and redirect behavior when needed.
Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking, including connections between chess 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.