Adjunct Instructor

INDUSTRIAL SEWING AND INNOVATI; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

The Industrial Sewing and Innovation Center (ISAIC) in Detroit seeks an Adjunct Instructor to support the Lead Instructor in delivering the Fundamentals of Industrial Sewing and Production (FISP) program. This nine‑week contract involves orientation, training, and teaching duties across August–November 2026.

Compensation is $18–$22 per hour with up to 40 hours per week; benefits are not offered for this contractual position. Applicants should be available for all required dates.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of Fundamentals of Industrial Sewing & Production (85% or above final grade required).
• Sewing experience, especially in a production setting.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office products and Google tools.
• Excellent eye‑hand coordination.
• Excellent manual dexterity.
• Excellent process memory.
• Ability to communicate simply and effectively with people from many backgrounds and levels of attained education.
• Effective problem solver.
• Ability to work well with a team and grow with the organization.
• Some prior experience as a teacher or trainer in sewing or other manual skill is a plus.
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to ISAIC’s mission.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of FISP curriculum to maximize outcomes for students.
• Assist with the management of the classroom by covering daily clerical tasks.
• Assist with classroom preparation including printing, cutting, or assembling student materials.
• Deliver curriculum materials on schedule as needed when the Lead Instructor is out of the classroom.
• Deliver make‑up content as directed by the Lead Instructor.

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google tools

Job description

Description

Adjunct Instructor

Employment Type: Contract 32‑40 hours per week; 9 week period.

Wage Type: Hourly $18-$22 per hour.

About Us

The Industrial Sewing and Innovation Center (ISAIC) is a Detroit-based national nonprofit institute for innovation and skilling in the advanced manufacturing of apparel and textiles. We inspire and equip the industry with the confidence to adopt new technologies and skills by developing innovative manufacturing methods that enhance efficiency, promote sustainability, and establish human‑centric industry standards that elevate people.

About the Position

We are looking for Adjunct Instructors to support our Lead Instructor with delivery of our Fundamentals of Industrial Sewing and Production (FISP) program. This program is delivered 5‑6 times a year for 8‑week periods.

Position Duration and Availability Requirements

This is a nine‑week temporary position. Candidates must be available for the following required dates:

• August 6, 2026 – FISP Orientation
• August 10–21, 2026 – Training with the Lead Instructor, including one week of course preparation
• September 14–November 13, 2026 – Instructional period

Interested candidates must be available to participate in all required orientation, training, preparation, and teaching dates throughout the duration of the assignment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of FISP curriculum to maximize outcomes for students
• Assist with the management of the classroom by covering daily clerical tasks for the Lead Instructor or Instructor
• Assist with classroom preparation including printing, cutting, or assembling student materials
• Deliver curriculum materials on schedule as needed when the Lead Instructor is out of the classroom
• Deliver make‑up content as directed by the Lead Instructor

Qualifications and Competencies

• Satisfactory completion of Fundamentals of Industrial Sewing & Production preferred (85% or above final grade required)
• Sewing experience, especially in a production setting
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office products and Google tools
• Excellent eye‑hand coordination
• Excellent manual dexterity
• Excellent process memory
• Ability to communicate simply and effectively with people from many backgrounds and levels of attained education
• Effective problem solver
• Ability to work well with a team and grow with the organization
• Some prior experience as a teacher or trainer in sewing or other manual skill is a plus. Can be in non-professional settings such as community classes, workshops, online tutorials.
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to and passion for ISAIC’s mission
• Committed to social and environmental justice

Relationships

Reports to: Skilling Manager

Direct Reports: N/A

Direct engagement with: Lead Instructor, Students (youth and adult), T&D Team

External: N/A

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stoop, bend, walk, stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to sustain mobility for the duration of the shift
• Frequent and consistent use of arms, hands and wrists for operating industrial sewing, other machinery and computer usage
• Lifting requirements of a minimum of 10 lbs.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation: $18-$22 per hour, maximum 40 hours per week for nine weeks.

Benefits: Not offered for this contractual position.

Learn more about ISAIC at www.isaic.org.

To apply please email resume to https://isaic.org/job-board.