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Sewing Class Instructor
Job Location:
Job Location:
Downers Grove, IL - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 20 - 20
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
2 September 2026 (5 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
30 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Sewing Class Instructor
Whats 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:
Youll earn $20.50 for every hour you work and get a free gym membership at 4500 Fitness!
What You Get:
Youll earn $20.50 for every hour you work and get a free gym membership at 4500 Fitness!
When Youll 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. 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). Future seasons may offer more flexibility depending on your schedule.
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. 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). Future seasons may offer more flexibility depending on your schedule.
What Youll 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 childrens 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.
The Downers Grove Park District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Required Experience:
IC
