Sewing Instructor

Associated Recreation Council; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

ARC Paid Sick and Safe Time (PSST)

Job summary

Associated Recreation Council (ARC) at Miller Community Center in Seattle is seeking a part-time Sewing Instructor. You will teach sewing, embroidery, crochet, and general needlework to beginners, guiding simple mending, hand sewing, and beginner machine use.

The fall quarter position starts September 9, 2026, with Monday evenings (6:15pm–8:15pm) on scheduled dates. Starting pay is $27/hour, with a full range of $25–$35/hour.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching art in a recreational, educational, or community setting (preferred).
• Experience working with seniors and/or young children (parent/tot).
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Prepare lesson plans, materials, and classroom setup/cleanup.
• Adapt instruction to meet participant needs and abilities.
• Communicate professionally with ARC staff, site supervisors, and participants/caregivers.

Skills

Sewing

Embroidery

Crochet

Needlework

Teaching

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Miller Community Center - Seattle, WA 98112Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $25.00 - $35.00 Hourly

Job Location:Miller Community Center - Seattle, WA

Start: September 9,2026

Schedule: Mondays from 6:15pm-8:15pm on the following dates:

• SEP14, 21, 28
• OCT5, 19, 26
• NOV2, 9, 16
• DEC7, 14

Starting Pay:$27.00/hr.

Full pay range: $25.00 - $35.00/hr.(Employee may earn up to $35.00/hr. with continued employment.)

If you're a talented seamster or needleworker, we'd love for you to join our team at Miller Community Center. We're seeking a Sewing Instructor with strong basic skills in sewing, embroidery, crochet, and general needlework. The instructor should be able to teach simple mending techniques, hand sewing, beginner machine use, and introductory embroidery and crochet. We are looking for someone comfortable supporting beginners and guiding participants through small repair projects and simple creative textile activities.

This position is for the fall quarter at Miller Community Center, with the possibility of future teaching opportunities depending on program needs and instructor interest.

Associated Recreation Council (ARC) in partnership with Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) to provide high-quality recreation, enrichment, and lifelong learning programs for people of all ages. ARC is committed to creating inclusive, engaging, and safe programs that strengthen our community.

Sewing Instructor duties and responsibilities:

• Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Prepare lesson plans, materials, and classroom setup/cleanup
• Adapt instruction to meet participant needs and abilities
• Communicate professionally with ARC staff, site supervisors, and participants/caregivers

Sewing Instructor qualifications:

• Experience teaching art in a recreational, educational, or community setting (preferred)
• Experience working with seniors and/or young children (parent/tot)
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Ability to pass a criminal background check

Benefits:

• ARC Paid Sick and Safe Time (PSST)