BEGINNER SEWING INSTRUCTOR
APPLICATION PERIOD CLOSES WHEN POSITION IS FILLED.

We are looking for an energetic instructor with a strong appreciation for the art of design to join our team. This individual will be responsible for semi private instruction with clients at a beginner skill level.

Skills You Will Have

• Engaging and friendly personality.
• A strong background and genuine interest in sewing and fashion design.
• Comfortable working with small groups of clients (3-4 people) of various ages and skill levels.
• Ability to use (and teach clients how to use) a variety of domestic sewing machines.
• Excellent time management and communication.
• Experience teaching sewing and/or fashion design is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and clean up materials, patterns, handouts, supplies and necessary equipment before/after each class.
• Patiently teach a small group of clients through specific beginner course requirements in a timely yet engaging manner. Role will start with instruction of our Intro to Sewing and Intro to Garment Construction courses.

Compensation & Perks
Pay range of $27 - $32 per hour. Extended health benefits offered after a three month probationary period. Personal access to studio use after hours. This position has room to grow beyond beginner instructor if the fit is right. 

Hours & Training
This is a part time position and best for an individual who can commit two to three full days per week. Must be available one to two evenings per week and on Saturdays (two to three per month). Successful candidate will go through a training period where they will learn how to instruct the curriculum and sit-in on courses with current studio instructor. 

​Location
Courses are offered in our fully equipped design studio located at 122, 1020 Mainland Street in downtown Vancouver. Instructor will be working on-site.

Please submit resume to Sheila Wong at sheila@swfds.com Kindly title email “Beginner Studio Instructor Application: Candidate’s Name”. Application period open until position is filled.