Youth Enrichment Instructor - After School CHESS Classes

Youth Enrichment Instructor – After School Chess Classes ()

Position Type: Ann Arbor Public Schools – Community Education & Recreation (Rec & Ed) Instructor

When Needed: Fall 2025, Winter 2026, and/or Spring 2026

Class Location(s): Ann Arbor Public Schools (K‑5 or K‑8 schools)

Time Commitment: 1 day/week after school, from the time school lets out until 5:00 or 5:30 pm

Position Summary: We are looking for an experienced instructor and people‑person to teach chess classes to children after school at least one day per week. Potential class description:
Unlock the power of strategic thinking by learning how to play chess. Each week, enjoy interactive lessons, puzzle challenges, and friendly matches to reinforce new concepts. Beginner and intermediate players will learn about chess history, chess etiquette, the playing board, common opening moves, middle and end‑game strategies and tactics, as well as how to checkmate their opponent. If you want to learn the basics in a supportive environment that encourages growth, confidence, and a love for the game, join us and make your next move the best one yet!

Classes will be held one day per week and begin immediately after school, running until 5:00 or 5:30 pm. The overall class length will be 6, 8, or 10 weeks depending on the term. Class supplies are to be provided by the instructor. There may be additional teaching opportunities in Rec & Ed’s summer camps, if desired. To view all of Rec & Ed’s current class and camp offerings, please visit

• Previous youth teaching experience is required.
• Must create a curriculum.
• Must live in/near Ann Arbor and/or work in Ann Arbor Public Schools.
• Must undergo fingerprinting/background check (unless already fingerprinted through Ann Arbor Public Schools) and comply with department and district policies and procedures.
• Ability and willingness to help promote own classes (via school announcements, social media platforms, flyers, etc.) is preferred.

Will depend on the class pricing established between you and Rec & Ed. May also depend on the facility/school being used. Possible payment scenarios include: hourly rate, flat rate per class, flat rate per participant, or overall percentage split. Payments will be processed through ESS/Willsub.

If interested, please email Rec & Ed’s Youth Enrichment Program Supervisor, Ivy Juan, .us as soon as possible. When you have a specific class idea in mind, you should also complete Rec & Ed’s Class Proposal Form, which is found on our Apply to Teach webpage. Also, please feel free to forward this job posting to anyone else you think might be interested.

Postings current as of 2/20/2026 12:36:42 AM CST.