Part Time Art Teacher for Creative Art Studio

Benefits/Perks

• Pay rate reviews every 6 months
• Potential to convert to full time
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation (full time)
• Medical, dental, vision and 401k (full time)
• Gain teaching experience
• Snacks, coffee, and tea provided
• Will train! If you're a great artist without teaching experience, that's ok! We're willing to train!
• Great, creative, and diverse work environment with fun coworkers and talented kids!

We are seeking an energetic and experienced Teacher to join our team! As a Teacher, you will lead a class of students through a successful school year, creating and implementing a comprehensive educational curriculum. Your goal is to create a welcoming learning environment and provide students with the tools they need to reach their full potential. The ideal candidate is compassionate, creative, and has a passion for teaching!

Responsibilities:

• Manage and educate students in art techniques in a classroom setting
• Adhere to established teaching curriculum
• Maintain positive relationships with students and coworkers
• Document and share student progress and evaluations
• Report and document behavioral incidents
• Encourage the development of students critical thinking skills
• Take attendance
• Ensure students are engaged in class and provide feedback
• Document students learning progress
• Collaborate with other teachers and school personnel to create a healthy and safe learning environment
• This is an IN-PERSON position (must be available to work in a classroom that is set up for social distancing with students in-person. We currently do not have any positions for remote teaching available)

Qualifications:

• Must be able to work Thursday and/or Friday afternoon (4pm - 8pm), Saturday, and/or Sunday (8:30 - 12:30, 2pm - 6pm) on a regular basis.
• College student or graduate in art-related major highly preferred
• Strong traditional media art skills (especially in drawing and painting)
• Must be able to commit to a regular schedule of at least two shifts each week for a minimum of two semesters.
• Physical requirements include being able to be on your feet for 2-3 hours at a time
• Reliability and proactiveness is a MUST
• Laid-back, fun, playful, and outgoing personality! You need to be friendly, but firm in a playful way with students.
• Strong classroom management skills a plus
• Ability to build rapport with students
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership qualities
• Previous experience teaching groups of kids (any age groups between ages 4-17)