After-School Chess Coach for Kids

Chess Wizards, Inc.; Belleville (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Full training

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Chess Wizards, Inc. is seeking enthusiastic instructors to lead after-school chess classes for elementary students in Belleville, MI. Classes are held weekday afternoons, typically 2:00 PM–5:00 PM, with 1–5 sessions per week and travel between local schools.

You will use a structured curriculum, foster a fun, safe learning environment, and model good sportsmanship while helping kids develop problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience working with groups of children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, etc.)
• Comfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
• Strong punctuality and time-management skills

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 elementary students.
• Use our structured curriculum to teach chess fundamentals and promote good sportsmanship.
• Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
• Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
• Follow school safety protocols during arrival, dismissal and in-class activities.
• Travel to various local school sites for each session.
• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.

Skills

Teaching experience

Child engagement

Reliability

Time management

Job description

Chess Wizards, Inc. is seeking enthusiastic instructors to lead after-school chess classes for elementary students in Belleville, MI. Classes are held weekday afternoons, typically 2:00 PM–5:00 PM, with 1–5 sessions per week and travel between local schools.

You will use a structured curriculum, foster a fun, safe learning environment, and model good sportsmanship while helping kids develop problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork.