Fashion Academy Tutor at StyledByLayo

This is an hybrid role and the successful candidate will be expected to work 3-4 days on-site. The successful candidate will resume at our Academy in Gbagada, Lagos State.

• Teach courses pattern drafting, garment construction, sewing techniques, fabric knowledge, and fashion business basics.
• Follow and improve the academy’s curriculum to ensure students meet learning objectives and industry standards.
• Supervise hands-on practical sessions, workshops, and student projects. Provide feedback on fittings, corrections, and finishing.
• Assess student progress, give one-on-one guidance, and support students in building portfolios for industry placement.
• Maintain order in class, track attendance, and ensure studio tools/machines are used safely and maintained properly.
• Set assignments, tests, and final collection projects. Mark and grade student work objectively.
• Stay updated on fashion trends, techniques, and tools to keep course content relevant for Nigeria and diaspora markets.

JOB REQUIREMENT

• Degree or professional certificate in Fashion Design, Clothing & Textile, or equivalent. 
• Minimum 2-3 years hands-on experience in fashion design.
• Strong knowledge of manual and industrial sewing machines, pattern making, grading, and couture finishing is a MUST.
• Basic knowledge of fashion illustration design tools and fabric painting is an advantage.
• Excellent communication, patience with beginners, creativity, and ability to motivate students
• Must be able to show sample garments or collection you’ve designed and constructed.