Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) Instructor

Concorde Education • Los Angeles, CA

3d • $50 - $100 • Onsite

About The Position

Concorde Education is seeking independent instructional contractors to lead in-person Pokémon Trading Card Game enrichment programs at partner schools. Programs serve K–12 students, with assignments generally focused on elementary and middle school students and possible opportunities with other grade levels. They are designed to build critical thinking, problem-solving, mathematical reasoning, strategic decision-making, communication, and sportsmanship through age-appropriate gameplay.

Instructors may introduce game rules and mechanics, teach gameplay strategies, guide deck-building, and facilitate friendly matches and structured activities. Assignment topics, student groups, schedules, duration, materials, and responsibilities vary according to partner school needs. Programs typically run approximately 8–10 weeks, with about 1–4 instructional hours per week, primarily after school. Opportunities are rolling throughout the school year, and no minimum number of assignments or hours is guaranteed.

This is a potential independent contractor engagement, not an employee position. Compensation generally starts at $50+ per completed instructional hour; the specific rate depends on the assignment, location, qualifications, and program requirements. The posting also lists a salary range of $50–$100 per hour. Formal teaching certification is not required. Final engagement depends on assignment availability, qualifications, agreed compensation, required clearances, and written confirmation.

Requirements

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to explain game rules and strategies clearly to K–12 students.
• Enthusiasm for Pokémon TCG and strategy-based learning.
• Ability to engage students with varying skill levels.
• Reliability, professionalism, and organizational skills.
• Availability to provide in-person instruction at partner schools.
• Ability to meet applicable background screening and school clearance requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Strong familiarity with Pokémon TCG rules, mechanics, and gameplay.
• Experience building and playing Pokémon TCG decks.
• Participation in organized Pokémon TCG events, leagues, or tournaments.
• Experience with competitive or recreational trading card games.
• Background in gaming clubs, hobby shops, or tabletop gaming communities.
• Experience teaching strategy games, chess, or other critical-thinking activities.
• Teaching, tutoring, coaching, mentoring, or youth enrichment experience.
• Prior classroom teaching experience; helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and facilitate engaging, age-appropriate instructional activities aligned with the agreed program scope.
• Teach Pokémon TCG rules, gameplay mechanics, and strategic concepts through demonstrations and hands-on activities.
• Guide students through deck-building exercises, practice matches, and structured gameplay.
• Encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and positive social interaction.
• Promote fair play, sportsmanship, and respectful competition.
• Adapt instruction for beginners and students with varying levels of experience.
• Maintain a professional, supportive, and respectful learning environment.
• Communicate with designated school or Concorde Education contacts about assignment-related matters.
• Follow applicable school-site safety, student supervision, and conduct requirements.

What This Job Offers

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