Afterschool Art Teacher - Inspire Young Artists

Big-Ideas-Educational-Services; Miami Gardens (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Consistent weekday afternoons

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for additional hours

Job summary

Big Ideas Educational Services is seeking a part-time Art Teacher for an afterschool program in the Miami Gardens area. The role runs Monday through Friday, 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM (15 hours per week), with travel between partner schools required.

Plan hands-on art lessons, teach diverse techniques, and foster creativity in elementary students. Ideal candidates have a passion for art, strong classroom management, and the ability to adapt lessons for varied skill levels.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience working with children in educational, recreational, camp, or afterschool settings.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to partner school locations.
• Ability to pass all required background screenings.
• Preferred: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Art, Education, Fine Arts, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead engaging afterschool art lessons and projects.
• Teach a variety of artistic techniques using different mediums, including drawing, painting, mixed media, crafts, and creative design.
• Foster creativity, self-expression, and confidence in students.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and positive classroom environment.
• Manage student behavior using positive reinforcement strategies.
• Prepare and organize materials needed for daily activities.
• Display and celebrate student artwork when appropriate.
• Communicate professionally with school staff and Big Ideas leadership.
• Track attendance and submit required program documentation.
• Travel to assigned partner schools within the Miami Gardens area as scheduled.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Experience with children

Reliable transportation

Background screenings

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's in Art/Education (preferred)

Job description

Big Ideas Educational Services is seeking a part-time Art Teacher for an afterschool program in the Miami Gardens area. The role runs Monday through Friday, 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM (15 hours per week), with travel between partner schools required.

Plan hands-on art lessons, teach diverse techniques, and foster creativity in elementary students. Ideal candidates have a passion for art, strong classroom management, and the ability to adapt lessons for varied skill levels.