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Cambridge Center for Adult Education 42 Brattle Street Cambridge, MA 02138

Date Posted:

August 27, 2026

Region:

Western Massachusetts Category:

Education/Instruction Type:

Part-Time

Irish Crochet Instructor Description:

Cambridge Center for Adult Education (CCAE), located in Harvard Square, is seeking a skilled and passionate Irish crochet instructor to teach introductory and intermediate Irish crochet classes to groups of up to 8 students during the Winter term, which runs from January through March, with the potential to continue into future terms. The ideal candidate has experience teaching Irish crochet, particularly to beginner and intermediate students, and is available to teach in person on weekday evenings and/or weekends. CCAE provides a dedicated studio space, and students may bring their own crochet hooks, tools, and materials as appropriate. The hourly rate begins at $25+/hr,mensurate with experience. Instructors may also take one free class per term (up to a $320 value).

Qualifications:

Prior teaching experience, preferably with adult learners and/ormunity education Ability to engage and support a diversemunity of students Reliable, punctual, and able tomit to a consistent class schedule Strong Irish crochet experience, with a portfolio demonstrating a range of Irish crochet techniques, patterns, materials, and skill levels Excellentmunication skills, with the ability to clearly explain crochet techniques and projects to beginners and intermediate students Flexibility to adapt teaching methods to meet individual student needs and skill levels Knowledge of Irish crochet techniques, traditional and contemporary approaches, crochet hooks, threads, fibers, and materials Amitment to maintaining a respectful and inclusive learning environment