Arts and Crafts Enrichment Instructor (Hourly/Flex)

ChalkSense LLC; Millburn (NJ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Employee discounts

Job summary

ChalkSense LLC is seeking a motivated and creative Arts & Crafts Enrichment Instructor to join their team in Millburn, New Jersey. This position involves instructing individuals and groups in enrichment activities, managing sessions, and collaborating with team members. Candidates should possess excellent communication and time management skills, and ideally have a bachelor's degree and teaching experience. The company offers a supportive work environment and flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English (both verbal and writing).
• Experience in teaching, tutoring, mentoring, or related roles (1+ years preferred).
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tools and environments.

Responsibilities

• Instruct individuals and groups in arts and crafts activities.
• Manage activity sessions, including planning and materials setup.
• Collaborate and assess team members in related activities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Punctuality and time management

Organizational and multitasking skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Suite

Education

Bachelor’s or equivalent degree

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Competitive hourly pay (~$20–$30 per hour)
• Flexible work hours and within candidate's availability
• Bi-weekly pay for hours worked (direct deposit or mailed check)
• Participation in NJ Earned Sick Leave Benefit Program
• Paid Unemployment, Temporary Disability, Family Leave, and Worker's Compensation Insurances
• Social Security Deduction
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Opportunities to make a positive impact
• Flexible work from home options available

Job Introduction

The company is an NJ‑based woman‑owned small business building a social entrepreneurship venture in the learning and enrichment space. The company is looking for a motivated and creative hourly Arts & Crafts Enrichment Instructor to join the team in rolling out the initiative in Millburn, New Jersey, and surrounding neighborhoods.

Job Duties & Requirements

• Instruct individuals and groups in enrichment activities involving arts and/or crafts, using a variety of methods and mediums, and adapting to participant and stakeholder needs and environments.
• Be on‑call from time to time (flexible to be adjusted by instructors weekly) during after‑school and/or weekend shifts in addition to any other availability.
• Have excellent communication skills and fluency in English (both verbal and writing).
• Have excellent punctuality and time management skills, including the ability to arrive promptly to scheduled enrichment activity sessions in the greater Essex and Union counties of New Jersey, and be able to allocate time appropriately during sessions.
• Plan, order, manage, set up, conduct, clean up, and/or assess activities, materials, and supplies as needed for activity sessions and environments (employees are supplied and/or reimbursed for activity materials and supplies).
• Be physically able to conduct in‑person sessions in a variety of environments and formats including standing, walking, and sitting, lift supplies up to 10 pounds normally and up to 30–40 pounds rarely, and have accurate vision and hearing to assess and provide feedback.
• Improve and modify activity sessions regularly, including seeking and integrating internal and external stakeholder feedback, customization requests, and other operational needs.
• Collaborate with, train, and assess other team members, providers, apprentices, and/or staff in enrichment related activities and skills.
• Join virtual and in‑person team meetings if scheduled from time to time.
• Perform work in compliance with federal, state, and local requirements, company policies, industry best practices, and other requirements and standards.
• Prepare required reports and paperwork as needed.
• Have strong organizational, collaboration, multitasking, and reporting skills.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office or Google Suite, email, and text messaging.
• Be willing to learn and be flexible with the evolving needs of an early‑stage initiative.
• Work with fellow team members in various areas such as activity planning, team building, providing feedback, marketing, operations, and other ad‑hoc administrative tasks that may fall under candidate capabilities and interests.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or modified by management.
• Be a strong individual and team player.
• Be detail‑oriented with a proactive approach to teaching and problem‑solving.
• Have a positive, self‑motivated, and professional demeanor.
• Be comfortable working with individuals and groups of any age, race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status without discrimination.
• Be passionate about supporting and empowering people to realize their goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, equivalent, or advanced degree (preferred).
• 1+ years of related experience in a teaching, tutoring, mentoring, training, coaching, or supplementary instruction type of role (preferred).
• Previous experience in event coordination, community service, customer service, communications, or a related field is a plus.
• Familiarity with (or willingness to learn or assess if needed) tools in social media, marketing, content creation, or other relevant areas.