Chess Instructor | Winter

Chess Instructor | Winter

Location:

Clarkston, MI

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable instructors to join our after‑school enrichment program. If you can make learning fun, create a positive classroom environment, and share the magic of chess with elementary students, this is the perfect side‑hustle. Apply today and get paid to teach chess!

• Competitive Pay: $50–$65 per class (typical class time is approximately one hour and thirty minutes, including pre‑class setup, instructional time, and post‑class responsibilities)
• Flexible
  
  Hours:
  
  Teach a minimum of 1 class up to a maximum of 5 classes per week, scheduled on weekday afternoons from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at local schools.
• Travel Compensation:
  Mileage reimbursement for trips over 15 miles one way (30 miles roundtrip).

• Lead fun, interactive chess classes for 10–15 energetic elementary students; guide activities, keep students engaged, and redirect behavior when needed.
• Use the 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, including supervision 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.

• Experience working with groups of children (teaching, tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or similar).
• Comfort leading a class independently and creating interactive, friendly, and fun sessions.
• Professional, positive, and kid‑friendly demeanor.
• Genuine desire to be a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
• Strong grasp of chess fundamentals; able to explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics in an age‑appropriate way.
• Ability to connect chess problem‑solving to real‑life problem‑solving.
• Reliable personal transportation and ability to drive between locations.
• Availability on weekday afternoons (2:00 PM–5:00 PM) to teach 1–5 classes per week.
• Commitment to implementing school safety protocols; strong record of reliability and strict adherence to safety and school policies.
• Strong punctuality and time‑management skills.

• Resume detailing relevant experience with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings, as well as any teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
• Required questionnaire covering interest in the role, experience with children, and qualifications to teach chess.

Position is based in Clarkston, MI. Relocation assistance is not provided. Candidates must be currently residing in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense.

Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.