Become a Teacher with SNTL
The Station North Tool Library is committed to fostering a space in which all skills can be shared. We offer a wide range of classes with varying curriculum to empower people to become active participants in their own education. One of the best ways to learn is to teach! At the Library we are always looking for new people to take on teaching roles to supplement the classes we currently offer or to pioneer new classes. We do not require a degree to teach at the Library and structure teacher onboarding to be as accommodating to a new teacher as possible.
Logstics & Details
Currently, classes are offered in our three main teaching spaces: the Wood Shop, the Craft/Repair Classroom, and the Knife Shop. We also have outdoor space available and are open to off-site classes when partnering with other organizations.
Classes are offered either once a month, once every other month, quarterly (seasonally), or as a one-time workshop. The frequency of the class is dependent on instructor availability, demand, and Library capacity to host the class.
We pay instructors $25/ hour for teaching as well as up to two hours of prep and clean-up time per session. Curriculum development stipends are offered for new classes.
Teach with SNTL
We are currently seeking teachers for:
Wood 1
Routers
Plumbing
Tripod Lamps
Tiling
Tools + Skills
Please complete this form for interest in teaching any class, new or existing.
Before applying, please read the SNTL Instructor Job Description for details outlining the commitments and responsibilities of an SNTL instructor. The Tool Library is currently looking for instructors with the capacity to connect empathetically with marginalized learners, including people of color, women, trans and nonbinary people, and disabled people. Lived experience with one of these marginalized identities is preferred. To learn more about our community and mission, please check out our Values.
We will reach out to applicants with next steps. Filling out this application does not guarantee that you will teach at the Library.
Pitch a new class
We’re always interested in hearing your ideas for a new class! Whether you’d like to teach, or just throw out an idea, this form helps us understand your vision and ideas.
If you’d like to teach this class, please also fill out the instructor application above.