Kids Program Coordinator & Lead Instructor (Part-Time)

Do you love working with children and helping them build confidence through creativity? Are you highly organized, welcoming, and excited about being part of a growing small business? Main Fabric is looking for a Children's Program Coordinator & Lead Instructor to help lead and grow our children's sewing programs.

This role combines teaching, program coordination, parent communication, curriculum development, and studio organization. As one of the primary faces of our children's programs, you will play an important role in creating exceptional experiences for students, families, and instructors alike.

Why work at Main Fabric?

At Main Fabric we take pride in offering a curated selection of high-quality natural fibers and eco-friendly fabrics, complemented by a range of sewing essentials. We are on a mission to foster inclusivity, creativity, and sustainability within our community through the art of sewing. We want to empower our customers to make clothes and projects they are proud of while building skills and confidence along the way.

Working at Main Fabric means joining a positive, supportive, and creative environment where your voice will be heard. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young makers, contribute to the growth of our children's programs, and help shape the future of our curriculum and community.

Job Responsibilities

• Teach weekly children's and teen sewing classes.
  
• Create a positive, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment for students of all skill levels.
  
• Serve as the primary point of contact for parents and families during working hours.
• Conduct welcome calls and onboarding conversations with new families.
• Manage class rosters, attendance, waitlists, make-up requests, subscriptions, and cancellations.
• Build positive relationships with students and families and help ensure a high-quality program experience.
• Monitor student progress and help guide students through the curriculum at an appropriate pace.
• Coordinate Summer Camps, PA Day Camps, March Break Camps, and other youth programming.
• Assist with instructor onboarding, training, scheduling, and substitute coordination.
• Create and sew project samples and assist with curriculum development and refinement.
• Review project instructions and teaching materials to support program consistency.
• Prepare instructor materials and classroom supplies.
  Maintain organization of children's program inventory, materials, and studio spaces.
• Help develop and improve systems that support the growth of Main Fabric's children's programs.
• Uphold Main Fabric's standards of customer service, professionalism, and community building.

Your skills and experience

• A genuine love of working with children and families.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Intermediate sewing skills and a willingness to continue learning.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to support students with varying learning styles and abilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• A positive, adaptable, and growth-oriented mindset.
• Previous teaching, camp, childcare, recreation, or youth program experience is highly desirable.
• Experience coordinating programs, events, or administrative systems is considered an asset.

Job Details

• Part-time salaried position, approximately 24 hours per week, with flexibility during camp weeks and special programming.
• Required availability Sunday through Wednesday afternoons and evenings.
• Additional hours may be available during Summer Camps and special programming.
• Employee discount on fabric, supplies, and classes.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Opportunity to contribute to curriculum development and program expansion.
• Potential pathway into a future leadership role overseeing Main Fabric's children's programs.

If you're passionate about helping children learn, create, and grow through sewing, we'd love to hear from you! Send us your resume and tell us why you're excited about joining the Main Fabric team.