Art Guide

Brixton House; Chennai District; On-site; INR 334,800 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

Brixton House in Chennai seeks an experienced Art Guide to inspire creativity in Primary and Elementary students. The successful applicant will lead hands-on art instruction, design engaging curriculum, and create an inspiring art environment.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts and have at least 2 years of relevant teaching experience. Passion for nurturing children's creativity and understanding Montessori principles are crucial.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience teaching art to young children.
• Strong skills in multiple art media including drawing and painting.
• Understanding of child development and art instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach art to students through hands-on, process-oriented instruction.
• Design and implement age-appropriate art curriculum.
• Assess student growth in artistic skills and creative thinking.
• Organize student art exhibitions and participate in school events.

Skills

Artistic skills

Creative teaching

Knowledge of art history

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts or Art Education

Job description

Join our team of dedicated Montessori educators

We are seeking a creative and experienced Art Guide to lead art instruction for our Primary and Elementary students. The ideal candidate will have strong artistic skills, a passion for nurturing creativity in children, and the ability to integrate art with Montessori principles and the broader curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Teach art to Primary and Elementary students through hands-on, process-oriented instruction
• Design and implement age-appropriate art curriculum that includes various media and techniques
• Create a prepared art environment with organized materials and inspiring displays
• Introduce children to art history, diverse artistic traditions, and cultural perspectives
• Foster creativity, self-expression, and aesthetic appreciation
• Integrate art projects with classroom themes and cultural studies when appropriate
• Assess student growth in artistic skills and creative thinking
• Maintain the art studio and manage materials responsibly
• Organize student art exhibitions and participate in school events
• Collaborate with classroom guides and participate in professional development

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Art Education, or related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience teaching art to young children
• Strong skills in multiple art media (drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, etc.)
• Understanding of child development and age-appropriate art instruction
• Knowledge of art history and diverse artistic traditions
• Ability to create a safe, organized, and inspiring art space
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn Montessori philosophy

Desired Qualities

• Passion for nurturing children’s creativity and self-expression
• Patient and encouraging teaching approach
• Appreciation for process over product in children’s art
• Strong organizational and classroom management skills
• Enthusiasm for exploring diverse artistic traditions and techniques
• Collaborative spirit and willingness to support interdisciplinary learning

Ready to Apply?

We would love to hear from you. Please submit your application through our online portal.