Hands-On Candle Making Instructor

Athletes Global Corporation; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Athletes Global Corporation is seeking a Candle Making Instructor to lead hands-on enrichment programs for youth and adults at Dresden Elementary School in Sterling Heights, MI. This in-person role focuses on safe, creative candle making with a small-group format.

The program runs from 9/24/2026 to 10/22/2026 on Thursdays from 4:00pm to 5:00pm, for 3rd to 6th grade participants. Prior candle making and teaching experience strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in candle making or related crafts.
• Prior teaching or mentoring experience.
• Knowledge of candle materials and safety procedures.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with youth and adults in a positive environment.
• Reliable, patient, and creative.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead engaging candle‑making classes for beginner and intermediate participants.
• Teach candle‑making fundamentals, including wax selection, wick placement, fragrance blending, coloring, pouring techniques, and finishing methods.
• Demonstrate proper handling of materials and emphasize safe crafting practices.
• Encourage creativity, patience, and individual artistic expression through hands‑on projects.
• Provide individualized instruction while supporting participants with varying experience levels.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace throughout each class.
• Communicate professionally with participants, parents, and program staff.
• Arrive prepared with lesson plans, supplies, and project materials.

Skills

Candle making

Teaching

Safety procedures

Communication

Organizational skills

Patience

Job description

Athletes Global Corporation is seeking a Candle Making Instructor to lead hands-on enrichment programs for youth and adults at Dresden Elementary School in Sterling Heights, MI. This in-person role focuses on safe, creative candle making with a small-group format.

The program runs from 9/24/2026 to 10/22/2026 on Thursdays from 4:00pm to 5:00pm, for 3rd to 6th grade participants. Prior candle making and teaching experience strongly preferred.