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Sewing and Fashion Design Instructor (Part-Time) Jobs in La Jolla at Shapes to Forms
Lead Sewing & Fashion Design Instructor (Part-Time)
Shapes to Forms – La Jolla, CA + School Locations
Shapes to Forms is seeking a creative, dependable, and enthusiastic Sewing & Fashion Design Instructor to teach hands-on sewing and fashion design programs for students ages 8–14.
This position begins with summer camps and workshops and continues into the academic year with after-school enrichment classes and semester-long fashion design programs. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with children, loves sewing and design, and is excited to inspire the next generation of makers, designers, and problem-solvers.
About Shapes to Forms
Shapes to Forms teaches fashion design through creativity, engineering, mathematics, and construction. Students learn sewing, patternmaking, fashion illustration, and garment construction while developing confidence, critical thinking, and hands-on skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead small-group sewing and fashion design classes
- Teach hand sewing, machine sewing, and beginner garment construction techniques
- Guide students through projects from concept to completion
- Demonstrate sewing techniques and troubleshoot student work
- Create a positive, safe, and encouraging classroom environment
- Assist with fashion camps, workshops, and special events
- Maintain classroom organization and care of equipment and supplies
- Communicate professionally with parents, staff, and school partners
- Represent Shapes to Forms with enthusiasm and professionalism
Qualifications
- Strong sewing skills and confidence operating sewing machines
- Experience reading patterns and constructing garments
- Previous experience teaching, mentoring, coaching, or working with children
- Fashion illustration skills are a plus
- Knowledge of patternmaking or fashion design is a plus
- Patient, organized, dependable, and able to lead a group independently
- Passion for creativity, education, and empowering young learners
Requirements
- Must pass a background check (paid for by Shapes to Forms)
- Reliable transportation required
- Ability to travel to local school sites for weekday programs; weekend classes are primarily held in La Jolla Cove
- Authorized to work in the United States
Schedule
- Part-time: approximately 5–15 hours per week
- Summer camps, workshops, and special events
- Academic-year classes primarily held after school (1:30–5:30 PM)
- Occasional weekend classes and events
- Flexible scheduling based on program enrollment
Compensation
- $23–$30 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
- Opportunities for additional hours through camps, workshops, private lessons, and special events
- Flexible schedule
Job Types
Part-time Contract Temporary
Work Location
In person – La Jolla and local school sites
Why Join Shapes to Forms?
- Inspire the next generation of fashion designers, makers, and innovators
- Teach in a creative, supportive, and growing educational environment
- Help students build confidence through hands-on learning
- Flexible schedule that works well for designers, artists, makers, educators, and creative professionals
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and references along with a brief introduction describing your sewing experience, teaching background, and interest in working with Shapes to Forms.
Pay: $23.00 – $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Title: Sewing and Fashion Design Instructor (Part-Time)
Company: Shapes to Forms
Location: La Jolla
