Anime Club Instructor (Part Time, After School)

Employer Concorde Education
Location Chicago, Illinois
Type Part-time
Compensation $50 - $100

Job Description

Location: On-site at a partner school (varies by assignment)
Schedule: 1–4 hours per week, after school
Program Length: ~10 weeks
Start Date: Rolling openings based on school schedules
Compensation: $50+ per instructional hour (flexible based on experience, program, and commute)

About the Role

Concorde Education is seeking an Anime Club Instructor to lead engaging, discussion-based after-school sessions for students. This role creates a structured, school-appropriate space where students explore anime as both an art form and a cultural phenomenon.

The program blends guided viewing, discussion, and creative activities, helping students build media literacy, communication skills, and cultural awareness in a fun, community-driven environment.

What You’ll Teach
• Students will explore anime through guided clips, discussion, and creative projects, including:
• Storytelling, character development, and themes
• Visual style, animation techniques, and sound design
• Genre conventions and narrative structure
• Introductory anime history and global influence
• Connections to Japanese culture (age-appropriate)
• Creative expression (fan art, writing, design, etc.)

Responsibilities
• Lead engaging, discussion-based sessions for small to mid-sized student groups
• Facilitate respectful conversations and build a positive club culture
• Select or implement school-approved, age-appropriate content
• Guide creative projects connected to anime themes
• Adapt sessions to student interests while maintaining structure
• Communicate with site staff and track attendance/session completion

Qualifications
• Minimum of 60 college credits
• Familiarity with anime and ability to guide age-appropriate discussions
• Experience working with kids or teens (teaching, tutoring, camps, etc.)
• Strong facilitation and classroom management skills
• Reliable, professional, and comfortable in a school setting

Who This Role Is Great For
• Teachers or aspiring educators
• College students (arts, media, education, etc.)
• Anime enthusiasts with strong communication skills
• Creative professionals who enjoy working with students