Project A Facilitator (Vocational & Creative Product Design Program)
Center for All Abilities (CAA)
New York City, NY 10002
Deadline
Posted
Center for All Abilities (CAA) – Chinatown, Manhattan
Start Date: January 9, 2026
Hours: Fridays, 1–3 PM + 1 hr weekly prep (3 hrs/week)
Pay: $35/hr facilitation • $25/hr prep/admin + Community Events (varied hours)
(Additional hours possible through coordinating CAA’s merchandise team)
About CAA
The Center for All Abilities (CAA) is a nonprofit that empowers neurodivergent children, youth, and young adults through creative arts therapy, mentorship, and vocational training. We support neurodivergent artists and makers in building skills, expressing themselves, and showcasing their work at community events and markets.
About Project A
Project A is CAA’s vocational design program where participants learn sewing, fiber arts, Cricut design, and mixed-material product making. CAA compensates participants for merchandise they design and sell, supporting pride, independence, and meaningful vocational experience.
Role Summary
CAA is seeking a creative, patient, and organized Facilitator to lead weekly Project A sessions and guide participants through hands-on product design and small-batch merchandise production. The role involves planning, instruction, material setup, supporting safe tool use, and creating an encouraging, inclusive studio environment. Opportunity for expanded hours is available by supporting CAA’s developing merchandise team.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate weekly sessions (Fridays 1–3 PM)
- Prepare weekly activities (1 hr prep)
- Teach sewing, fiber arts, Cricut projects, and mixed-material product design
- Support participants in creating merchandise for CAA events
- Adapt instruction for neurodiverse learning needs
- Participate in occasional CAA events and markets
- Communicate with the Executive Director and program team
Requirements
- Background in design, product design, visual arts, crafts, or fashion
- Experience creating merchandise or handmade goods
- Experience working with neurodivergent individuals
- Facilitating or teaching experience
- Organized, reliable, creative, and patient
- Strong communication and initiative
- CAA Staff Expectations
- Be an active part of the CAA community
- Uphold CAA values: Compassion, Creativity, Collaboration, Integrity
- Communicate clearly and proactively
- Take initiative and maintain professionalism
- Reports to: Executive Director
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 3.0 – 5.0 per week
Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10002