Kids Sewing Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Who we are :

Eureka Valley Arts aims to provide an artistic safe haven for all nearby kids. Its important that kids and staff feel seen, heard, respected, and safe. At Eureka Valley Arts we support people of all faiths, gender identity, sexuality, race, disability, and personal identity. Every person deserves to be treated with respect. We want kids to grow into their individuality and have a strong sense of self. One of the best ways we can encourage this is by having incredible projects which can shift dynamics for anyones personal needs. Art and STEM are wonderful outlets for exploring your feelings and learning growth. We want our staff to be invested in their own professional development aimed towards education and social emotional learning.

The Position :

We are looking to hire a sewing teacher and a few more art skills would be great. This is a small business with a tightly knit group of families who we serve, mostly from the surrounding Elementary schools.

Desired Skills (must know at least 4) : Cooking, Sewing (Home economics), Mixed Media, Tinkering, Laser Cutter, 3D Printing, Basic Computer skills, Wood Shop, Drawing, Painting, and a willingness to learn new things.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

General Childcare for children age 5-12

Planning and executing various Art-centered projects (sewing, knitting, crocheting, paint, mixed media, tinkering, cooking, wood work, etc)

Cleaning and Organizing the Studio

Communication with Parents when necessary.

Potential evening / weekend work based on special events (staff meetings, Date Night, Adult classes, EVA events)

Requirements :

CPR certified and First Aid

Preferences :

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Self-starter

Knowledge of Child Development, teaching techniques, and classroom management

Love of art / creating