Position: Lead Instructor, Foundations of Fabrication
Location: MakeHaven, New Haven, CT
Program Duration: 4.5 months per cohort. Next cohort scheduled to start in early September but may happen earlier, dependant on filling this role and scheduling. Currently, this program runs twice a year inline with spring and fall semesters. There is potential, based on interest, to run the program more frequently.
Weekly Hours: Minimum 9 hours, Maximum 12 hours - Sessions happen weeknights, usually 6p - 8p and 1 weekend shop hour block, time TBD
Compensation: $30 per hour, based on experience and expertise
About the Program:
The Foundations of Fabrication (FoF) program at MakeHaven is a comprehensive course designed to equip participants with foundational skills across 15 different fabrication disciplines, including woodworking, metalworking, textiles, digital fabrication, and more. This program is structured to provide both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience, making it ideal for individuals looking to explore or advance in various fabrication fields.
Role Overview:
MakeHaven is seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead Instructor to oversee the instructional process, support participants throughout their learning journey, and ensure the smooth operation of the Foundations of Fabrication program. The ideal candidate brings both a background in teaching and a creative foundation in the arts, helping to foster an engaging and accessible learning environment. The Lead Instructor will work closely with other discipline-specific instructors and facilitators to deliver a cohesive and inspiring experience.
Full description can be found HERE. To apply, email a resume and short “cover" email to work@makehaven.org with the subject line Foundations of Fabrication Lead Instructor.
GEMS Coach
MakeHaven is seeking a GEMS Coach to support participants in our GEMS program (formerly Guided Exploration of MakerSpace). The GEMS Coach helps new makers gain confidence and skill with tools, materials, and projects through hands-on guidance and in-class support.
This role requires attending each weeknight GEMS class to assist participants and instructors, as well as leading weekend Shop Hours—scheduled based on each cohort’s availability—to provide additional hands-on help and project support. The ideal candidate enjoys problem-solving, teaching, and working with people from a wide range of backgrounds and experience levels.
Compensation: $25/hour
Hours: Estimated 6 hours per week, not to exceed 9 hours per week
Status: Independent contractor (no benefits)
To apply, email a resume and short cover letter to work@makehaven.org with the subject line GEMS Coach Application. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Teach a Workshop
MakeHaven is seeking instructors to design and lead workshops about making at MakeHaven. MakeHaven has a large community of people interested in learning about: mechanics, electronics, crafts, art, design, programming, cooking, biology, chemistry, fabrication, metal working and woodworking. For approved workshops MakeHaven will host, help promote the event and handle collection of workshop fees. As a makerspace MakeHaven is a more dynamic environment than a typical classroom and members might be using the space concurrently with a workshop.
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Community Facilitators
MakeHaven’s Community Facilitator program is a work-exchange program that trades time for membership. You work at MakeHaven 4 hours per week and we give you a free membership, which grants access to tools, community, and all the other benefits of being a member.
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Internships
MakeHaven is interested in students 18 and older who want to expand their skill set by working on or leading projects in our community of makers.
Facilitator Support Interns - This intern assists one or more facilitators by being at the space during their hours. They explore the area of work and assist with conducing and organizing events. The Intern also documents activities and blogs about what projects are happening. There is an internship available in: Electronics, Craft, Fabrication and Woodworking. These are unpaid internships with an expectation of 4 hours of work per week.
Community Outreach Intern - The community outreach intern is responsible for getting the word out about MakeHaven. The intern will do email and social media marketing as well as connecting with community groups to identify candidates for MakeHaven scholarship and recruit workshop instructors. Outreach intern is an 8 hour per week position and unpaid.
Shop Intern - The shop intern assists with organizing and upkeep of the tools in the Makerspace. Previous experience with tools and technology a plus. Internship is 8 hours per week and unpaid.
Interns get free membership (including access to all learning tools) as a benefit, and are encouraged to work on projects that inspire them and our community.