Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards • Grosse Pointe, MI

15d • $50 - $65 • Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking an enthusiastic, reliable instructor to lead after-school chess enrichment classes for elementary students in the Grosse Pointe, Michigan area. Instructors teach groups of 10–15 students using a structured curriculum, making chess learning engaging while fostering sportsmanship, problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. The role includes managing the classroom, supervising students in accordance with school safety protocols, and traveling to local school sites. A typical class takes approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Classes are scheduled on weekday afternoons, with start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Instructors teach 1–5 classes per week, depending on local school availability. Full training, curriculum, materials, ongoing support, and free chess classes are provided. Advancement opportunities and work flexibility are also offered. The position is based in Grosse Pointe, MI; relocation assistance is not provided.

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.
• 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 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 1–5 classes weekly depending on local school availability.
• Commitment to implementing school safety protocols and strictly following safety and school policies while supervising children independently.
• Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
• Currently reside in the Grosse Pointe, MI area or be willing to relocate at personal expense.
• 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.
• Keep students engaged, guide activities, and redirect behavior when needed.
• Manage a lively classroom confidently and positively.
• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $50–$65 per class.
• Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip) from home or work location.
• Full training and ongoing support.
• Full curriculum and materials.
• Free chess classes.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Work flexibility.
• Great company culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed