Sewing Class Instructor

Downers Grove Park District; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym membership at 4500 Fitness

Job summary

Downers Grove Park District seeks a Sewing Class Instructor to lead sewing classes for youth aged 5–12, teens, and adults. You will teach basic to intermediate sewing techniques, adapt lessons by age and skill, and foster a fun, safe learning environment. All materials and machines are provided.

You’ll earn $20.50 per hour and receive a free gym membership at 4500 Fitness. This part-time, year-round role emphasizes evening classes with occasional day sessions during breaks, and requires strong

Qualifications

• Experience teaching sewing to youth and adults.
• Ability to lead engaging classes and manage a classroom.
• Proficient in machine and hand sewing.
• First Aid/CPR certification within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead seasonal sewing classes, adapting lessons to different age groups and skill levels.
• Teach basic to intermediate sewing techniques, including fabric cutting, hand stitching, and machine sewing.
• Assist participants in the creation of projects and foster creativity and problem-solving.
• Manage classroom behavior and ensure safe use of equipment.

Skills

Sewing proficiency

Classroom management

Communication skills

Child engagement

Team collaboration

Job description

Thank you for your interest in working with Downers Grove Park District. Search our current openings below and learn more about what it's like to work with us!

Position:Sewing Class Instructor

Location: Downers Grove, IL

Job Id:414

# of Openings:1

Sewing Class Instructor

What's the Job?

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Sewing Class Instructor to lead a variety of engaging and educational sewing classes for youth aged 5-12, teens, and adults. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children, strong sewing skills (machine and hand), and the ability to create a fun and supportive learning environment. All materials and machines will be provided.

What You Get:
You’ll earn $20.50 for every hour you work and get a free gym membership at 4500 Fitness!

When You’ll Work:
The Sewing Class Instructor role is a part-time, year-round position. This position will typically teach programming in the evenings, but there may be additional daytime classes during holiday breaks or on Saturdays. Priority will be given to candidates with day-time availability for \"day off school\" and/or summer break camps. Each class is approximately 2 hours long, but the shift will be a total of 3.25 hours (with 45 minutes of set up and 30 minutes of clean up).

What You’ll Do:

• Plan and lead seasonal sewing classes, adapting lessons to different age groups and skill levels.
• Teach basic to intermediate sewing techniques, including fabric cutting, hand stitching, and machine sewing.
• Assist participants in the creation of projects such as pillows, fashion accessories, or small decorative items. Offer guidance and encouragement to students while fostering creativity and problem-solving.
• Manage classroom behavior and ensure all equipment is used properly.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Proficiency in sewing, both by hand and with a machine.
• Exhibit problem-solving abilities, adaptability, safety awareness, good judgement, and willingness to learn.
• Possess good communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with co-workers and program participants, especially children.
• Prior experience leading children's activities and strong classroom management skills preferred.
• First Aid/CPR certified within 90 days (training provided by Park District if needed).

Equal Employment Opportunity
The Downers Grove Park District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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