Instructor Directory Profile Update Please use this form to submit updates to your instructor directory profile. Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *PhoneAddressAddress Line 1Address Line 2City--- Select state ---AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingStateZip CodeWebsite / URLInstructor Bio (third-person point of view in fewer than 500 words) Visual Code Outside certification claims are not recognized. Members who complete the Mahj Life Merit Program for Instructors and pass the required courses may represent themselves as certified. To help get your creative juices flowing, we recommend using the Mahj Life EZ Instructor Bio Framework(https://mahjlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Mahj-Life-EZ-Instructor-Bio-Framework.docx). This resource walks you through the process of crafting a compelling bio using proven best practices. Once your draft is refined and polished with the help of ChatGPT, you’ll receive it back for your review and final approval.Instructor Profile Photo Upload Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload 1:1 headshot or selfie, no 3rd party brands.Current Business ModelUndecidedFor-Profit - provide products and services to earn a profit.Not-for-Profit - provide services or benefits with no intention of earning a profit.Nonprofit 501(c)(3) - provide services or benefits to earn a profit for a specific mission or charity purpose.No changeThis information helps me serve you better and will not be made public.Future Business ModelUndecidedFor-Profit - provide products and services to earn a profit.Not-for-Profit - provide services or benefits with no intention of earning a profit.Nonprofit 501(c)(3) - provide services or benefits to earn a profit for a specific mission or charity purpose.No changeThis information helps me serve you better and will not be made public.Skill Levels TaughtBeginnerIntermediateAdvancedNo changeLesson SettingOnlineIn-PersonNo changeLesson FormatGuided PlaySocial PlayTourament PlayNo changeIn-Person Group Size (i.e., 1-4; up to 8; any size with assistants)Online Group Size (i.e., 1-4; up to 8)Which mah jongg versions do you teach?American/National Mah Jongg LeagueAmerican/Wright-Patterson Mah JonggChinese/Hong Kong Old StyleJapanese/RiichiOtherNo changeOther mah jongg versionAre you a NMJL Card Collector and want to be listed as such?YesNoThe NMJL has a program for members of the community who are interested in raising funds for a charity that resonates with them. People who register for the program are called “collectors.” To learn about the application process, search the wiki for HOW TO BECOME A NMJL CARD COLLECTOR (Article 84).Would you like to opt into the Pride in Excellence Initiative, committing to teaching beginner lessons using established guidelines and official rules while staying informed about variations to ensure a consistent learning experience—while maintaining the freedom to structure advanced lessons as you see fit?Already opted-inOpt-inNo change.The Pride in Excellence initiative supports instructors who deliver high-quality lessons with consistency and passion. By joining, you commit to the First Principles Promise—teaching by established guidelines and official rules—and the Variation Awareness Pledge—staying informed about common house rules to raise awareness of their impact on the game. This community fosters growth, student success, and sets the standard for impactful teaching. Learn more at https://mahjlife.com/pride-in-excellence-initiativeAre you interested in the merit program for instructors?I'm not interested at this time.I'm not sure so I will dig deeper to learn more.I am interested but I still have questions so would welcome a call.No change.The instructor merit program for instructors has a competency-based framework with a microcredential as the award for passing scores. This program is ideal for instructors who want to test their knowledge of the game and increase their credibility.Are you interested in collaboration opportunities with other members?I'm not interested in collaborations at this time.Yes, I'm interested in local and virtual collaborations.Yes, I'm interested in local collaborations only.Yes, I'm interested in virtual collaborations only.No change.One of the benefits of joining the instructor guild is the ability to collaborate with other members. Opportunities may include in-person or virtual workshops, social games, and tournaments.Are you interested in the Mahj Life Stages Program?I'm not interested at this time.Yes, and I have experience as a public speaker.Yes, but I have no experience as a public speaker.No change.Mahj Life Stages is a program open to guild members interested in scaling their businesses through public speaking. The pilot program is open to instructors with public speaking experience and includes Improv sessions for skill-building, rehearsals, and speaking engagement referrals. The program fee is $97 per year and will be prorated to synchronize with annual membership dues. To apply, send an email with three days and times for a one-hour interview and mock talk with Michele. If accepted, your directory profile will be added to the public speaker category. A public speaking training course is in development and will be available at an additional cost ($197) and is tentatively scheduled for release in 2024.Would you like to receive email reminders and notifications for BizDev workshops?I'm not interested at this time.Yes, please!No change.BizDev workshops are held quarterly and they are designed to help instructors who are interested in building a sustainable and scalable mah jongg lesson business. If you opt out and change your mind, just send an email to michele@mahjlife.com.Would you like to be publicly listed on the instructor directory? I'm not interested at this time.Yes, please!No change.Are you a group leader?YesNoIf you are a group leader and would like to include information about it, add your group name and a short description below.Your group description should be player-friendly and highlight what makes your group unique—in under 100 words.Submit Instructor Directory Profile Update