Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Grosse Pointe, MI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors for its after-school chess enrichment program serving elementary students in Grosse Pointe, Michigan. Instructors lead fun, interactive classes for groups of 10–15 students using a structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and encourage good sportsmanship. Classes are held at local schools on weekday afternoons, with start times typically between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Instructors teach a minimum of one and a maximum of five classes per week, depending on local school availability. Each class typically takes approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. The role requires travel between assigned school locations; mileage is reimbursed for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the instructor’s home or work location. Full training, curriculum, materials, and ongoing support are provided. Relocation assistance is not available; candidates must already live in the area or relocate at their own expense.

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.
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 1–5 classes per week depending on local 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.
Resume detailing relevant experience, including work with children and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Completion of a 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 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.