Afterschool Chess Instructor — Flexible Hours

Chess Wizards, Inc.; Saline (MI); On-site; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training and ongoing support

Free chess classes

Opportunities for advancement

Work flexibility

Great company culture

Job summary

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to join our after-school enrichment program for elementary students in Saline, MI. Lead fun, interactive chess classes using a structured curriculum, engaging 10–15 students per session and traveling to local schools.

1–5 classes weekly with competitive pay per class. Applicants should have experience with groups of children, strong classroom management, reliable transportation, and a positive, kid-friendly demeanor.

Qualifications

• Experience working with groups of children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar).
• Comfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly sessions.
• Professional, positive, kid-friendly demeanor.
• Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals and ability to explain moves, basic strategy, and simple tactics.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Experience with children

Teaching/coaching

Punctuality

Reliable transportation

Strong communication

Job description

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to join our after-school enrichment program for elementary students in Saline, MI. Lead fun, interactive chess classes using a structured curriculum, engaging 10–15 students per session and traveling to local schools.

1–5 classes weekly with competitive pay per class. Applicants should have experience with groups of children, strong classroom management, reliable transportation, and a positive, kid-friendly demeanor.