Fashion Design Specialist Brooklyn

New-York-Edge,-Inc; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 28.000 - 34.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

New York Edge in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a part-time Fashion Design Specialist to lead fashion arts activities after school within New York City public schools. You will organize, lead, and promote interest in fashion design, sewing, and related arts while aligning with state standards.

The role requires knowledge of fashion design, sewing, illustration and garment-making techniques, plus experience teaching youth and strong communication.

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; some college preferred
• Must have passion for New York Edge's mission and demonstrated interest in education and youth development
• Prior experience teaching and instructing youth preferred
• Must be knowledgeable in fashion design, sewing, illustration, and garment-making techniques

Aufgaben

• Establish and enforce behavior rules for students
• Organize, lead, and promote fashion arts activities such as fashion design, sewing, garment knowledge, and illustration
• Direct rehearsals and progress from fundamentals to final projects
• Follow curriculum and adapt activities to student needs
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities
• Explain techniques and safety procedures to participants
• Evaluate activities and adapt teaching methods to student needs
• Progressive development of student skills leading to final projects

Jobbeschreibung

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Fashion Design Specialist Brooklyn

Part time hourly Brooklyn, NY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 4270

Salary Range: $20.00 To $25.00 Hourly

ABOUT US

New York Edge is the largest provider of after-school and summer camp programs in New York City public schools. Each year, programs in academics, including STEM, the arts, sports and wellness, and college access, help 40,000 students develop leadership skills and succeed in school. Working parents count on our programs to provide safe and enriching environments for their children.

SUMMARY

New York Edge is seeking passionate and enthusiastic people to fill the role of Fashion Design Specialist. In this role, you will organize, lead, and promote interest in fashion arts activities. Instructors utilize and adapt the New York State Arts Learning Standards to create an engaging and awarding activity that encourages participation in New York Edge programs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.

Organize, lead, and promote interest in arts activities such as fashion design specialist, sewing, garment knowledge, and illustration of laying fabric.

Organize performance groups and direct their rehearsals.

Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.

Ascertain and interpret group interests, evaluate equipment and facilities, and adapt activities to meet the student’s needs.

Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.

Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in the activities and demonstrate the use of materials and equipment.

Evaluate activities to determine if they are producing desired results.

Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' needs and interests.

Progressive development of student skills leading to a final project

REQUIRED SKILLS

Must be knowledgeable and skilled in a variety of fashion design specialist/or sewing, a variety of art, illustration, and garment-making techniques, equipment, terminology, and vocabulary

Prior experience teaching and instructing youth preferred

Must be able to follow a curriculum

Must be responsible, reliable, and punctual!

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required

May be required to walk up and down stairs.

May have to lift or move objects/materials as needed.

Work is performed mostly within a New York City Public School but may be required to interact with the community at-large during trips or events.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or Equivalent required; some college preferred

A minimum of one year of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required.

A minimum of one year of teaching/coaching experience is required.

Must have passion for New York Edge's mission and demonstrated interest in education and youth development.

Candidates qualified to lead instruction in more than one activity are also preferred.

WORK SCHEDULE

9-15 hours per week.

Monday through Friday -- 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm

The Fashion Design Specialist will be required to report to the school building and interact with staff, students, parents, and school administration.

At the time of offer and acceptance, the job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and Department of Health.

New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work the employee performs in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.