Chess Instructor | Fall

Chess Wizards•Birmingham, MI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic and reliable instructors to lead after-school chess enrichment classes for elementary students at local schools in the Birmingham, Michigan area. Instructors teach groups of 10–15 students using a structured curriculum, create a positive and engaging classroom environment, and encourage chess skills, good sportsmanship, and broader problem-solving abilities. The role includes independently supervising children and following school safety procedures, including during arrival, dismissal, and classroom activities. Instructors travel to assigned local school sites and are expected to arrive prepared and on time. Classes take place 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 the availability of classes at local partner schools. A typical class commitment is approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. Pay is $50–$65 per class, with mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way from home or work. 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 Birmingham, MI. Relocation assistance is not provided; candidates must currently live in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense. Applicants must submit a resume detailing relevant experience and complete a required application questionnaire. Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Experience working with groups of children, such as through teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar work.
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 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.
Submit a resume detailing relevant experience with children and any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
Complete the required application questionnaire about interest in the role, experience working with children, and chess-teaching qualifications.
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 provided 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, including connections between chess and real-life problem-solving.
Follow school safety protocols and supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and classroom activities.
Travel to assigned local school sites for each session.
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.