Company Description Tinker Shed is a hands-on learning studio where children, educators, families, and teams learn by building real projects using real tools and materials. The studio focuses on structured, project-based learning to build creativity, confidence, and strong problem-solving abilities. Programs are rooted in STEAM activities that develop thinking skills through real-world challenges and collaborative work.

Learners gain making skills in areas such as woodworking and robotics, designing and troubleshooting their own creations.

Tinker

Shed also emphasizes life skills, including collaboration, resilience, and effective communication, preparing learners for future academic and personal challenges.

Role Description The Design Teacher is a full-time, on-site role based in Chennai. The person in this role will design and deliver engaging lessons that integrate design principles with hands-on making, including activities such as basic product design, visual thinking, and prototyping. Day-to-day responsibilities include planning and teaching classes, guiding students through project-based learning, and supporting them as they develop creativity, technical skills, and confidence.

The Design

Teacher will collaborate with the team to refine curricula,



maintain a safe and inclusive studio environment, and assess student progress through observation and project outcomes. The role also involves communicating with families and colleagues to ensure a consistent and positive learning experience.

Qualifications

- Ability to plan and deliver lessons, with robust skills in Teaching and Lesson Planning.
- Experience in Curriculum Development, including creating and adapting project-based learning modules.
- Practical skills in Graphic Design to support visual communication, classroom materials, and design demonstrations.
- Background in Product Design or related fields, with the ability to guide students through ideation, prototyping, and iteration.
- Strong communication and classroom management skills, with a learner-centered and inclusive teaching approach.
- Comfort working with hands-on tools and STEAM activities; experience in maker spaces or design studios is an advantage.
- Bachelor’s degree in Design, Education, Fine Arts, Architecture, or a related discipline preferred.
- Prior teaching, mentoring, or workshop facilitation experience with children or young learners is highly beneficial.

📌 Design Teacher (Chennai)
🏢 Tinker Shed
📍 Chennai