Woodworking Instructor | Youth Summer Camps

The Chicago Industrial Arts & Design Center (CIADC) is hiring!

CIADC is a non-profit organization that provides education and working access to the Chicagoland public in 4 Departments: Metal Casting, Metalworking & Forging, CNC Fabrication, and Woodworking. We offer programming for Youth, grades 6-12, and Adults of all abilities and interests!

CIADC is looking for a Woodworking Instructor to join our Team, specifically for our Summer 2026 Youth Camp season.

The ideal candidate:

• has teaching proficiency in general woodworking processes including cutting, milling, joining, and finishing of wood objects
• has experience constructing with both hardwoods and sheet goods
• feels confident with safety measures associated with woodworking
• has interest and experience in guiding Youth ages 11-15 with functional, decorative, and sculptural wooden objects
• has the flexibility to teach select Monday-Friday day camps during the June 15-August 21, 2026 camp season
• is a great communicator
• is responsible and professional

To be considered, please send a cover letter, resume, 3 professional references, and 3-5 images (or URL link) of your recent Woodworking work.

The Chicago Industrial Arts & Design Center is an equal opportunity employer.