Overview
Fashion After School Instructor Jobs in Newton, MA at VineyardAppCamp (VAC) Enrichment
Fashion Forward: Digital Design LabLead Teachers & Assistant Teachers
Position: Lead Teacher & Assistant Teacher
Day: Thursdays
Time: 3:15–4:05 PM
Dates: September 24–December 10, 2026
Grades: 3rd–5th Grade
Program: Fashion Forward: Digital Design Lab
Location: On-site at school partner locations
2nd Class
Tiny Textiles
Wed 3:00 P.M.-4:00 P.M.
9/23-12/9
Grade: K
About the Program
Fashion Forward: Digital Design Lab introduces students to the exciting world of fashion, design, and digital creativity. Students will explore the fashion design process while learning how to develop ideas, create digital designs, experiment with patterns and colors, and bring their creative concepts to life.
We are looking for enthusiastic teachers who can create a fun, creative, and supportive environment where students can explore fashion and develop their design skills.
About VAC Enrichment
VAC Enrichment is a nationwide leader in project-based enrichment programs, bringing hands-on learning experiences to students from PreK through 8th grade. We specialize in life skills and STEAM-based activities designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and inspire the next generation of creators and problem-solvers.
Why Join Our After-School Team?
- Consistent weekly schedule – Teach every Thursday from 3:15–4:05 PM.
- Meaningful part-time work – A great opportunity for educators, artists, designers, college students, and creative professionals.
- Make an impact – Help students build creativity, confidence, problem-solving skills, and design-thinking abilities.
- Supportive environment – Join a creative team committed to inclusive and engaging after-school learning.
- Creative curriculum – Use provided lesson plans and activities to guide students through hands-on fashion and digital design projects.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking educators who are:
- Creative & Enthusiastic – Excited to share an interest in fashion, art, design, or digital creativity.
- Patient & Supportive – Able to encourage students with different skill levels and learning styles.
- Reliable & Consistent – Comfortable maintaining a predictable classroom routine.
- Engaging – Able to make design and technology accessible and exciting for elementary-aged students.
- Clear Communicators – Can explain creative and digital design concepts in simple, age-appropriate ways.
- Flexible – Able to adapt projects and activities to meet the needs of individual students.
- Positive Role Models – Encourage creativity, collaboration, experimentation, and confidence.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead or assist with structured digital fashion design classes using provided lesson plans.
- Introduce students to age-appropriate fashion and digital design concepts.
- Facilitate hands-on design projects, creative challenges, and digital activities.
- Support students as they develop their own fashion and design ideas.
- Encourage creativity, collaboration, problem-solving, and creative expression.
- Maintain a safe, welcoming, and organized classroom environment.
- Take attendance and ensure safe student dismissal.
- Set up and clean up classroom materials and technology.
- Communicate with school staff and VAC directors as needed.
- Represent VAC Enrichment with professionalism, enthusiasm, and positivity.
Requirements
- Thursday afternoon availability from 3:15–4:05 PM
- Experience or strong interest in fashion, art, design, digital design, or a related creative field
- Experience working with children or students
- Reliable transportation
- Clear background check
- High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience teaching art, fashion, design, technology, or STEAM programs
- Experience with digital design or creative technology
- Fashion design, graphic design, sewing, textiles, or art experience
- Teaching, tutoring, coaching, or childcare experience
- Experience working with elementary-aged students
- Experience working with neurodiverse students
- CPR/First Aid certification
Job Details
Type: Part-Time / Contract
Compensation
- Lead Teacher: $60 per class
- Assistant Teacher: $36 per class
Payment is per class.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you love fashion, art, design, technology, or working with children, we would love to hear from you! Submit your resume and include any relevant teaching, design, fashion, art, technology, tutoring, childcare, or youth-program experience.
All candidates must successfully pass a background check.
Pay: $36.00 – $60.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Title: Fashion After School Instructor
Company: VineyardAppCamp (VAC) Enrichment
Location: Newton, MA
