How to Teach a Craft Class

Teaching opens you up to a whole new revenue stream and lets you connect with people who are passionate about what you do. Learn how you can use your existing skills at the front of a creative classroom in How to Teach a Craft Class with Ashley Nickels.

Ashley is a life-long quilter and multi-discipline creative educator. In this class, she’ll show you how to prepare to teach a craft class and offer plenty of insights on making it fun for everyone involved. You’ll learn:

• A variety of teaching styles for the full range of teacher personality types
• How to plan lessons, set objectives, and manage student expectations 
• Classroom prep tips that help you feel fully prepared 
• Techniques for dealing with tricky situations 

Ashley will share insights from her years as an educator and help you feel confident before your first (or next) class. She’ll reveal her favorite classroom management techniques and teach you how to deal with difficult personalities. You’ll learn ways to engage and inspire everyone – from advanced learners to beginning students.

Teaching is not easy, but it can be incredibly rewarding both personally and financially. How to Teach a Craft Class will demystify the magic behind a good craft class and help you make your dreams of educating and inspiring others a reality.

• Class Introduction
• The Benefits of Teaching a Craft Class
• Determine Your Expertise
• Different Types of Teaching Venues
• Factors to Consider Based on the Teaching Venues
• The Importance of Lesson Planning
• The Different Types of Classes
• Determining the Class Objective
• Create a Technique-Based Lesson Plan
• Create a Project-Based Lesson Plan
• How to Approach a Venue to Teach a Class
• Factors to Consider When Negotiating with Venues
• Skype Call with Christine Haynes
• Workshopping Students Lesson Plans
• Preparations: Supply List & Kits
• Preparation: How to Get Ready & Other Materials
• Preparation: Practicing Beforehand
• The Day of the Class: Before the Students Arrive
• The Class Begins: Start with the Student's Stories
• The Importance of a Strong Class
• Timing & Pacing for a Strong Class
• Different Student Profiles
• Pitch Panel: Lisa Shaffer, Marie Muscardini, & Elizabeth Madariaga
• Obstacles That Come Up During a Class
• Always Use Positive Encouragement
• Great Answers to Hard Questions from Students
• Wrapping Up the Class
• What to Do After the Class
• Go Forth & Teach!