Fashion & Sewing Instructor (Training Provided)

Petite Designers, a Sewing & Fashion Design Program for kids, is actively seeking for Sewing Instructor. The Sewing Instructor will be responsible for working with groups of students between the ages of 7-15. This person will be teaching kids how to sew, draw sketches, create portfolios, cut, and assemble cloth and accessories among other responsibilities.

The Sewing Instructor will facilitate the course competencies in the curriculum and proactively support all facets of the learning environment. The right candidate will encourage a culture of learning that values mutual responsibility and respect, life-long learning and ethics as well as personal and professional development.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Identify the educational needs of student

Facilitate sewing projects and/or classes

Teach/instruct kids ages between 7 and 15 years old on the basic fashion design practices

Give exact instructions on how the projects should be assembled

Maintain the room clean and in good condition all the time

SKILLS

Sewing Experience is a MUST

Previous experience in teaching kids (ages 7 to 15) a plus

Technical skills in pattern making, cutting, grading and garment construction a plus

Enjoy teaching kids

Strong organizational skills and creative thinking

Ability to solve problems with garment assembly

Patience and good attitude to deal with kids and ability to maintain discipline during class

Ability on draping and mannequin work

Demonstrated time management and detail-oriented skills

Be able to draw, either by hand or digitally a plus

Good communication skills to explain ideas clearly and persuasively

Ability to develop a professional rapport with parents and guardians

Ability to develop and complete projects/classes without continued direct supervision

Ability to learn from students' participation, demonstrate fair and consistent behavior in all matters, and show compassion without being ineffectual

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-person

Experience:

• Sewing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person