Fashion Design Instructor

Fashion Design Instructor

After-School Program | Washington, D.C. 20019

Immediate Opening

Arts4Schools is seeking a creative and engaging Fashion Design Instructor/Teaching Artist for an elementary after-school program in Washington, D.C. 20019.

The school serves K-5 students, with this program expected to focus primarily on grades 3-5.

Schedule: Approximately 3:45 PM to 4:45 PM, with the possibility of an additional instructional hour.

Pay: $32-$42 per hour, based on experience.

We are looking for someone who enjoys working with children and can make fashion design exciting, hands-on, and age appropriate.

What Students May LearnThe instructor should introduce students to the basics of fashion design through creative projects such as:

Fashion sketching, color, patterns, fabrics, and basic design terminologyDesigning and decorating T-shirts, accessories, simple wearable pieces, tie-dye projects, and other age-appropriate creationsRecycled and upcycled fashion using everyday materialsSimple no-sew construction techniques, fabric tying, cutting, decorating, embellishing, and other creative methodsDeveloping a design idea from a sketch or concept into a finished pieceBasic fashion presentation, styling, confidence, posture, and modelingPlease note: Sewing machines are not currently available for this program. The instructor must be comfortable creating exciting fashion projects using no-sew and beginner-friendly techniques.

Quarterly ShowcaseStudents will work toward an end-of-quarter fashion experience, which may include a fashion show, runway presentation, exhibit, or showcase of their completed designs.

As students progress, we want them to learn how to design it, create it, wear it, and present it.

QualificationsApplicants should have:

Experience in fashion design, apparel, costume design, styling, textile arts, sewing, or a related creative fieldExperience working with elementary-aged children or youthAbility to create structured, fun, hands-on projects appropriate for grades 3-5Strong classroom management and communication skillsCreativity, patience, dependability, and professionalismAbility to prepare students for a final fashion presentation or showcaseDCPS Clearance RequirementsApplicants must be able to:

Successfully complete all required background checksMeet DCPS fingerprinting and clearance requirementsBe eligible to receive DCPS clearanceApplicants who are already DCPS-cleared are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to ApplyWe are hiring immediately.

Please submit:

Samples of your fashion or design workA portfolio, video link, website, or social media links where we can view your workThree professional references ready upon requestSamples and links may also be sent to [email protected].

Arts4Schools is a nonprofit arts education organization providing professional arts programming for K-12 students during the school day and through after-school programs.