Teach
Creativity grows faster when it’s shared.
The West Bethel Makerspace is looking for instructors, artists, fabricators, technologists, and craftspeople who want to share their knowledge with others.
Whether you’re an experienced educator or a skilled maker teaching for the first time, teaching at the makerspace is a chance to earn income by sharing your expertise while working in a well-equipped, community-driven space.
By teaching here, you’ll be part of a collaborative network of makers and educators committed to growing creative and technical skills in Western Maine—and to building a welcoming place where curiosity, learning, and hands-on making thrive.
Who Should Apply
We’re interested in proposals from people with skills in areas like:
Woodworking & furniture making
Digital fabrication (3D printing, laser cutting, CNC)
Design, CAD, or creative software
Electronics, prototyping, or repair
Craft, art, jewelry making, or other hands-on creative skills
Shop safety, fundamentals, or tool-specific training
Professional services (marketing, business, coding, etc)
You do not need to be a professional teacher- clear communication, patience, and enthusiasm matter more than formal credentials.
Instructor Support & Compensation
Instructors are paid 50% of class revenue.
The teacher will:
Share responsibility for class promotion
Provide curriculum
Provide students with safety check-offs for any required equipment for the course
Carry general liability insurance
The makerspace handles:
Shared responsibility for class promotion
Space and equipment access
Student enrollment and logistics
We work collaboratively with instructors to refine class structure, pricing, and scheduling.
Curriculum Guidelines
We’re excited to support classes that reflect the spirit of our makerspace: hands-on learning, safety-first practices, and an inclusive, welcoming environment. We look for curriculum proposals that include:
Course concept
A concise description of what participants will learn and/or make. Include prerequisites, skill level, class format, and class duration.
Well-defined learning outcomes
Specific, outcome-based goals that describe what students will be able to do by the end of the class.
Hands-on, project-based learning
Classes should emphasize making, doing, and skill-building—whether through a finished project or guided practice.
Tools and equipment
Clear identification of machines, tools, and software used, with safety check-offs integrated as needed.
Materials clarity
Transparency around what materials are included in the materials fee and what, if anything, participants should bring.
Safety awareness
Acknowledgement of risks, required PPE, and how safety is introduced and reinforced throughout the class.
Accessibility & inclusivity considerations
Awareness of physical, sensory, or experience-level considerations, with an effort to welcome beginners and diverse learners.
A basic session structure
A simple outline showing how time will be used across the class or series (no formal lesson plan required).
Instructor context
A short bio or background explaining your experience and connection to the subject you’re teaching.
Apply
To propose a class, please complete the Instructor & Curriculum Submission Form below.
We’ll follow up to discuss next steps.