After School Children's Cooking Instructor (DMV)

Why You'll Love This Job

• Make an Impact: Teach kids cooking, nutrition, and lifelong healthy habits.
• Flexible Schedule: Classes are typically held on weekdays between 12:30 PM – 6 PM. Weekend classes are available occasionally.
• Supportive Team: We provide tools, training, recipes, and ongoing guidance.
• Fun Atmosphere: Create a joyful, hands-on learning experience for kids ages 3–18.
• Year-Round Opportunity: This is not a seasonal role - Sticky Fingers Cooking offers classes throughout the entire year, including Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer sessions.

What You'll Do

• Lead Hands-On Cooking Classes: Guide kids as they chop, mix, measure, and explore global recipes.
• Spark Curiosity: Introduce new ingredients, cultures, and cooking techniques.
• Stay Organized: Prep for classes using our curriculum, shop for ingredients, and set up safe mini-kitchens.
• Be the Magic: Encourage confidence, creativity, and independence in every young chef.

Who You Are

• Reside in the DMV - ideally near North Potomac / Gaithersburg / Rockville areas
• Experienced working with children - this is required for the role.
• Must be CPR & First Aid Certified
• Punctual, reliable, and confident managing groups of 8–12 kids. Must arrive 15-20 minutes before class (varies by school).
• Able to commit to 6–12 week sessions.
• Have or willing to obtain a ServSafe Food Handler Certification.
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs and transport teaching materials.
• Must have a reliable car, a valid drivers license and be able to drive to school locations.
• Must pass state & FBI background checks.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: $60 per class (each class includes approximately 90 minutes on campus) + food reimbursement
• All tools & equipment provided
• Ongoing training and support
• A meaningful, joy-filled job that truly makes a difference

A Day in the Life

As a Sticky Fingers Cooking Instructor, you'll travel to schools around Northern Virginia to bring "the kitchen" to kids! Using our tried-and-true recipes, you'll teach essential cooking skills, food safety, and the cultural stories behind each dish - all while building creativity and confidence. Kids will have a blast... and so will you!

About Sticky Fingers Cooking®

Since 2011, Sticky Fingers Cooking® has brought the joy of cooking to thousands of children nationwide. We believe cooking should be fun, educational, and accessible, and our Chef Instructors make that possible every day.