Current Career Opportunities

Instructor for Middle School After-school Program

Start Date January 2027

Submit Application by Nov. 21st

Requirements for the position:

• Must be available Mon-Thurs 1pm-6pm
• Experience working with youth is preferred
• Excited to work with young people (esp. middle school) 
• Some 3D printing experience preferred
• General crafting experience
• Basic sewing machine and serger maintenance skills (cleaning, oiling, etc.)
  
• Able to lift and load up to 60 lbs. daily
  
• Needs reliable transportation to and from classes - including daily transportation of materials
  
• Able to work collaboratively with team members and students
  
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a bonus

Job Description:

The after school instructor will be leading one class of Mobile Makerspace crafting projects and one class of our new 3D service learning program.  The instructor is responsible for creating packing lists, identifying materials for orders lists, and preparing materials for class projects.  The general curriculum timeline is developed, however, we expect the instructor to be adaptable and accommodate both student project preferences. 

Students will be developing 3D printing and design skills by producing items for other non-profit agencies. The instructor will manage student projects and production timeline, provide high levels of quality control, monitor adherence to safety protocol, be able to offer basic first aid i.e. addressing minor scapes and burns in absence of school nurse, provide clear and kind feedback, and help students develop their problem solving skills.  

The instructor is expected to pack and transport supply bins weighing 30-60 lbs. between Cruces Creatives and school sites, maintain an orderly project storage space at the schools where allowed, and make sure to “leave no trace” after class sessions. 

The instructor will act as a liaison between the school and Cruces Creatives and will be expected to develop positive working relationships and share invitations for students and school staff members to participate in events at Cruces Creatives.  

The instructor is expected to monitor Slack and email communications each work day, access and use reference documents on Google Drive, maintain appropriate class records, take and upload appropriate class photos, maintain professional communications with parents, project partners, Cruces Creatives members, and report issues immediately. This is a highly collaborative work environment, and the instructor is expected to participate and reciprocate to maintain good relationships.

The instructor is expected to arrive on time and in appropriate attire for all classes, meetings, work sessions, etc.  

Compensation for the position is $18/hour at 20 hours a week. This position is contingent upon funding.  
Expected start date: Jan 5, 2027 

Expected end date: May 15, 2027 

Contingent on funding, this position may be extended.

Cruces Creatives is an equal opportunity employer.

Please fill out at application, and email resumes to Sandy Smith at s.smith@crucescreatives.org