Anime Club Instructor (Part Time, After School, In Person)

Schedule

Typically 1 hour per week for 10 weeks (after school)

Location

On-site at a partner school; varies by assignment

Position Overview

Concorde Education is seeking an engaging, student-centered Anime Club Instructor to facilitate a short-format after-school enrichment course for students.

What You Will Teach

• Students will watch and discuss a variety of anime genres and learn how to analyze storytelling techniques, character development, animation styles, and thematic depth.
• The course also introduces the history of anime, its influence on global pop culture, and connections to Japanese culture and traditions.
• Sessions incorporate structured discussion routines, short analysis activities, and creative projects that deepen student engagement and appreciation.
• Major Topics Can Include:
• Norms for media discussion and respectful critique
• Anime as an art form: visual style, animation techniques, and sound design
• Story structure, pacing, and narrative devices
• Character development, motivations, and character arcs
• Themes, symbolism, and genre conventions
• History of anime and major milestones (introductory overview)
• Global influence of anime and connections to broader pop culture
• Connections to Japanese culture and traditions (introductory, respectful exploration)
• Media literacy skills: perspective, bias, audience, and responsible viewing
• Creative expression inspired by anime (fan art, writing, design, multimedia)

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a 10-session club-style course with engaging facilitation and clear weekly objectives
• Curate or implement school-approved, age-appropriate anime clips/media selections in alignment with site guidance
• Lead structured discussions that build student voice, listening skills, and respectful dialogue
• Facilitate creative activities and projects connected to course themes
• Maintain a safe, inclusive environment that supports positive peer interaction and community-building
• Communicate professionally with site staff and Concorde program contacts regarding attendance and session completion tracking
• Adapt pacing and activities to match student interests and readiness while maintaining intended learning outcomes

Qualifications (Required)

• Minimum of 60 college credits (or Associate degree in progress/completed)
• Familiarity with anime genres and the ability to facilitate media analysis at an age-appropriate level
• Experience working with school-age students in structured settings (school, camp, after-school, tutoring, youth programs)
• Strong facilitation skills, discussion leadership, and classroom presence
• Reliable, punctual, and professional; able to follow school policies and program boundaries
• Comfort supporting creative projects (traditional or digital) and guiding collaborative group work