knitting and/or crochet instructor & retail sales associate

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role:

Stitch Haven LLC is looking for a passionate and skilled Knitting Instructor and sales person to join our creative team in Westport, CT! This is a wonderful opportunity to share your love of fiber arts with students of all skill levels in a warm, welcoming environment. If you live and breathe yarn, needles, and all things knitting, we'd love to meet you!

Responsibilities:

• Plan and teach knitting classes for beginner, intermediate, and advanced students
• Develop engaging lesson plans and project-based curriculum tailored to varying skill levels
• Demonstrate knitting techniques including casting on, binding off, increases, decreases, and pattern reading
• Provide individualized instruction and troubleshooting support to students during class
• Maintain an inspiring classroom environment
• Assist students and customers in selecting appropriate yarn, needles, and patterns for their projects
• Stay current on knitting/crocheting trends, techniques, and fiber arts community developments

Requirements:

• Proficient in a wide range of knitting techniques including colorwork, lace, cables, and knitting in the round
• Prior teaching, tutoring, or instructional experience preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a patient , encouraging teaching style
• Ability to work with students of all ages and experience levels
• Familiarity with knitting patterns, yarn weights, and fiber types
• Reliable, punctual, and enthusiastic about the fiber arts community
• Availability for daytime, evening, and/or weekend class sessions

About Us:

Stitch Haven LLC is Westport, CT's beloved destination for knitters & crochet enthusiasts of all kinds. Our customers keep coming back for our curated yarn selection, expert guidance, and the sense of community we've built one stitch at a time. Our team is made up of passionate creatives who love what they do — and it shows in every sale, every class, every project, and every smile we inspire.