Anime Club Instructor (Part Time, After School)

Concorde Education; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 56,826 - 80,934; Part time

Job summary

Concorde Education is looking for an Anime Club Instructor to lead after-school sessions in Los Angeles. The role involves guiding students through engaging discussions and creative projects centered on anime, fostering media literacy and cultural awareness.

This instructor will create a fun environment where students can explore storytelling, character development, and connections to Japanese culture. Ideal candidates enjoy working with young people and have a minimum of 60 college credits, alongside strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with anime and ability to guide age-appropriate discussions.
• Experience working with kids or teens (teaching, tutoring, camps, etc.).
• Strong facilitation and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging, discussion-based sessions for small to mid-sized student groups.
• Facilitate respectful conversations and build a positive club culture.
• Guide creative projects connected to anime themes.

Skills

Familiarity with anime

Classroom management skills

Communication skills

Education

Minimum of 60 college credits

Job description

Location: On-site at a partner school (varies by assignment)

Schedule: 1–4 hours per week, after school

Program Length: ~10 weeks

Start Date: Rolling openings based on school schedules

Compensation: $50+ per instructional hour (flexible based on experience, program, and commute)

About The Role

Concorde Education is seeking an Anime Club Instructor to lead engaging, discussion‑based after‑school sessions for students. This role creates a structured, school‑appropriate space where students explore anime as both an art form and a cultural phenomenon.

The program blends guided viewing, discussion, and creative activities, helping students build media literacy, communication skills, and cultural awareness in a fun, community‑driven environment.

What You’ll Teach

• Students will explore anime through guided clips, discussion, and creative projects, including:
• Storytelling, character development, and themes
• Visual style, animation techniques, and sound design
• Genre conventions and narrative structure
• Introductory anime history and global influence
• Connections to Japanese culture (age‑appropriate)
• Creative expression (fan art, writing, design, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging, discussion‑based sessions for small to mid‑sized student groups
• Facilitate respectful conversations and build a positive club culture
• Select or implement school‑approved, age‑appropriate content
• Guide creative projects connected to anime themes
• Adapt sessions to student interests while maintaining structure
• Communicate with site staff and track attendance/session completion

Qualifications

• Minimum of 60 college credits
• Familiarity with anime and ability to guide age‑appropriate discussions
• Experience working with kids or teens (teaching, tutoring, camps, etc.)
• Strong facilitation and classroom management skills
• Reliable, professional, and comfortable in a school setting

Who This Role Is Great For

• Teachers or aspiring educators
• College students (arts, media, education, etc.)
• Anime enthusiasts with strong communication skills
• Creative professionals who enjoy working with students