Teaching at the Exchange

Come ready to teach. We’ll take care of the rest.

This guide covers what to expect before, during, and after your class at Westside Exchange - from arriving and setting up to cleanup and payment.

Before your class

A Little Preparation Goes a Long Way

Bring all supplies and materials needed to teach your class unless we’ve arranged otherwise.
Make sure your project/sample and lesson plan are ready before class day.
Let Westside Exchange know as soon as possible if anything changes that could affect your class.
Westside Exchange will handle registration and attendee communication.
You do not need to collect payments or manage the attendee list.

Arriving & Setting Up

Give Yourself Time to Settle In

Arrive approximately 30 minutes before your scheduled start time
Westside Exchange will have the teaching space ready for your arrival.
Set out your materials and prepare your individual work areas.
Let us know ahead of time if you need access to specific Westside exchange equipment.
Please be ready to welcome attendees at the scheduled class time.

During Your Class

This Is Your Time to Shine

Begin and end as close to the scheduled times as possible.
Keep instruction welcoming and appropriate for the advertised experience level.
Encourage questions and interaction.
Follow all safety requirements for the materials and equipment you’re using.
If an attendee issue comes up that you need help handling, involve Westside Exchange.

Wrapping Up

Leave the Space Ready for What’s Next

Collect and remove your teaching materials and personal belongings.
Clean any tools or equipment used during your class.
Wipe down work areas and address spills or messes from your materials.
Return Westside Exchange equipment to it designated area.
Westside Exchange will handle the general reset of the room.

Compensation, Cancellations & Changes

Compensation

Featured Creators receive 70% of class registration revenue, with Westside Exchange retaining 30% for hosting, registration, marketing, and class administration.

Changes

If you need to make a change to a confirmed class, contact Westside Exchange directly as soon as possible. Please do not communicate schedule changes directly to registered attendees; we’ll handle attendee communication and update the class listing.

Cancellations

If circumstances prevent your from teaching a scheduled class, contact Westside Exchange as soon as possible. We’ll work with you to determine whether the class should be rescheduled or canceled and will handle communication with registered attendees.