Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Birmingham, MI

15d•$50 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school enrichment program serving elementary students in Birmingham, Michigan. Instructors lead fun, interactive chess classes for groups of 10–15 students, use a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and sportsmanship, and foster problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. The position involves independently managing a lively classroom, maintaining a positive and engaging environment, and following school safety protocols while supervising students during arrival, dismissal, and class activities. Instructors travel to assigned local school sites and are expected to arrive prepared and on time. Classes are scheduled 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 commitment is approximately 90 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. Chess Wizards provides full training, ongoing support, a complete curriculum and materials, free chess classes, opportunities for advancement, work flexibility, and a positive company culture. The position is based in Birmingham, MI; relocation assistance is not provided.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children, such as in teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar roles.
Ability to lead a class independently and create interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
Professional, positive, kid-friendly demeanor and an upbeat, engaging approach.
Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
Strong grasp of chess fundamentals, including explaining 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, with class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, to teach one to five classes per week, subject to local class availability.
Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and a strong record of reliability and adherence to safety and school policies when independently supervising children.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience working 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.
Currently reside in the Birmingham, MI area or be willing to relocate at personal expense.

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.
Manage a lively classroom confidently and positively, keeping students engaged and redirecting behavior when needed.
Encourage students’ problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
Connect 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.