Sessional Part-Time | Fashion Design Instructor | In-Person
ZC Academy is seeking a skilled Fashion Design Instructor to teach Children, Teenagers and Adults within our structured Fashion Program.
Responsibilities
- Deliver classes using the approved ZC Academy Fashion curriculum.
- Teach garment construction, sewing techniques, patternmaking, fitting and garment finishing.
- Guide learners in textiles, fashion illustration, design development and portfolio work.
- Introduce technical fashion communication, including Adobe Illustrator, technical flats and tech packs where applicable.
- Support introductory 3D fashion workflows using CLO and/or Browzwear where qualified.
- Lead practical projects, demonstrations, critiques, fittings and competency-based assessments.
- Adapt instruction to different age groups and skill levels.
- Maintain a safe, organized and professional studio environment.
- Track attendance, learner progress and required assessment evidence.
- Support Academy showcases, exhibitions and program activities.
- Uphold ZC Academy’s values of creativity, excellence, discipline, stewardship and purpose.
Qualifications
- Strong practical experience in fashion design, garment construction or apparel development.
- Competence in sewing, patternmaking, fitting and garment finishing.
- Good understanding of textiles and fabric behaviour.
- Ability to teach technical skills clearly and confidently.
- Strong communication, organization and classroom-management skills.
- Relevant fashion education, certification or equivalent industry experience.
Strong Assets
- Adobe Illustrator for fashion.
- Tech packs and technical documentation.
- CLO 3D or Browzwear VStitcher.
- Digital patternmaking/CAD.
- Tailoring, couture or advanced garment construction.
- Teaching, mentoring or training experience.
