Spool School PHL Instructors

*We're currently fully staffed but please feel free to respond to the following at any time.  We'll keep your information close by and reach out when an opening becomes available. Thank you!*

Please email your resume to cutandsew.phl@gmail.com and tell us why you'd be a good fit for our team!

Cut & Sew PHL is seeking enthusiastic and encouraging individuals to be Spool School Instructors (Sept - June).  We are looking for people who are knowledgeable about sewing by hand & by machine and experienced in teaching kids ages 8-16.

Spool School PHL is our school year programming where kids attend once a week to learn how to sew then work on projects of their own design (mostly).  As a Spool School Instructor, you'll be responsible for maintaining a safe, encouraging studio environment where kids can learn something new, make new friends, and CREATE!  We'll occasionally have team meetings where we will share ideas, make samples, and design our possible curriculum for the quarter.  Throughout the quarter, you'll be supported by and in conversation with our Program Manager and our other Spool School Instructors.

This position is perfect for a teacher looking for a different type of educational, artistic atmosphere in the after-school hours or a fiber artist looking to teach kids their craft and get involved in the community.  If you think you're a good fit, please apply!

Possible techniques include Quilting, Hand Embroidery, Mending, Machine Sewing, Hand Sewing, Garment Sewing, Sustainable Sewing, etc. 

Pay: Starts at $20/hr

Potential class sections include:
Mondays: 3:45-5:15 pm / 5:30-7:00 pm
Tuesdays: 3:45-5:15 pm / 5:30-7:00 pm
Wednesdays: 3:45-5:15 pm / 5:30-7:00 pm
Thursdays: 3:45-5:15 pm / 5:30-7:00 pm
Saturdays: 9:30-10:45 am / 11:00-12:30 pm

Applicant Should

  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Be an experienced sewist with excellent teaching skills
  • Be able to assist with age- & skill-appropriate sewing projects
  • Be able to teach sewing techniques using sewing machines and by hand
  • Have strong communication skills and be able to work as part of a team
  • Have teaching experience (or be willing to learn on the job)
  • Provide current PA clearances
  • Be reliable, punctual, and responsible
  • Have reliable transportation (whether that is by foot, bus, car, etc.)
  • Provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination 

    Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
    One or more years of post-educational experience working with sewing and/or fabric art is preferred but not required.  A degree is preferred but also not required.  Teaching experience is preferred and not limited to traditional classroom teaching.

      Please email your resume to cutandsew.phl@gmail.com and tell us why you'd be a good fit for our team!