After-School Chess Instructor - Flexible Hours & Travel

Chess Wizards, Inc.; Troy (MI); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free chess classes

Opportunities for advancement

Work flexibility

Great company culture

Job summary

Chess Wizards, Inc. is seeking enthusiastic instructors to teach after-school chess sessions in Troy, MI. You will lead fun, engaging classes for elementary students, following our curriculum and promoting good sportsmanship.

Sessions occur weekday afternoons, with travel to local schools as needed. This role offers flexible hours and ongoing training. Successful applicants will have classroom experience with children, a positive attitude, and reliable transportation to travel between schools.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching groups of children in educational or recreational settings.
• Ability to lead engaging, interactive chess sessions.
• Strong reliability and time-management for after-school hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 elementary students.
• Teach chess fundamentals using a structured curriculum.
• Maintain a positive, safe classroom environment.
• Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork.
• Travel to local school sites for each session.
• Arrive prepared and on time for each class.

Skills

Experience teaching children

Classroom management

Engaging communication

Reliability

Punctuality

Transportation

Weekday afternoon availability

Job description

Chess Wizards, Inc. is seeking enthusiastic instructors to teach after-school chess sessions in Troy, MI. You will lead fun, engaging classes for elementary students, following our curriculum and promoting good sportsmanship.

Sessions occur weekday afternoons, with travel to local schools as needed. This role offers flexible hours and ongoing training. Successful applicants will have classroom experience with children, a positive attitude, and reliable transportation to travel between schools.