Art School Student Services Coordinator (Part-Time)

One River School Of Art And Design; Westport (CT); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 28.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

One River School of Art & Design in Westport, CT is seeking a part-time Gallery & Student Services Assistant to greet students and families, manage front-desk operations, and help run exhibitions in a vibrant art school and gallery.

You will open/close the space, check students into classes, lead tours, assist with scheduling, and collaborate with instructors on programming and events. Evening and weekend shifts suggested; training provided for the right creative mindset.

Qualifikationen

• Customer service or administrative experience is helpful, but training is possible.
• Visual arts background is a plus and welcomed in a gallery setting.
• Strong organization, communication, and multitasking in a busy environment.

Aufgaben

• Serve as a welcoming first point of contact for students, families and visitors.
• Open and close the school, ensuring a polished, gallery-ready environment.
• Check students into classes and onboard new members.
• Lead tours for prospective students and families to explain programs and philosophy.
• Assist with scheduling class makeups and calendar coordination.
• Maintain gallery presentation and speak about artwork on display.
• Support enrollments, schedule changes, and other student services needs.
• Collaborate with instructors on projects related to programming, marketing and operations.

Kenntnisse

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication

Tools

Google Workspace

Jobbeschreibung

Part Time Westport - 833 Post Road East, Westport, CT 06880, Westport, CT, US

Gallery & Student Services Assistant (Part-Time 5-10+ hours per week)
One River School of Art & Design — Transforming Art Education

Are you energized by creative spaces, emerging artists, and the rhythm of a working art school and gallery? One River School of Art & Design is seeking a Gallery & Student Services Assistant to help shape a welcoming, inspiring environment where students, families, and art lovers connect with contemporary art and creative learning.

This role is ideal for someone with a visual arts background who enjoys being at the center of a dynamic creative community — supporting exhibitions, engaging with students, and contributing to the daily flow of an innovative art school. Evening and weekend hours are available, making this a great opportunity for students, practicing artists, and early-career arts professionals.

At One River, we’ve reimagined how art is taught — blending skill development with contemporary culture to create meaningful artistic outcomes across drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, manga, digital art, and more.

What You’ll Do

Serve as a welcoming first point of contact for students, families, and visitors — in person and on the phone

Help open and close the school, ensuring a polished, gallery-ready environment

Check students into classes and onboard new members into the One River community

Lead tours for prospective students and families, sharing our programs and creative philosophy

Assist with scheduling class makeups and supporting calendar coordination

Build strong relationships with members through thoughtful, attentive service

Maintain the gallery presentation and confidently speak about student and professional artwork on display

Ensure smooth student pickup and communicate with parents/guardians when needed

Support enrollments, schedule changes, freezes, and other student service needs

Collaborate with instructors and leadership on projects related to programming, marketing, design, and operations

Who You Are

Passionate about visual art, creative education, and community-driven spaces

Comfortable engaging with people of all ages with warmth and professionalism

Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in an active environment

Positive, collaborative, and motivated to contribute to a strong team culture

Available for evening and weekend shifts

Customer service or administrative experience is helpful, but we’re happy to train candidates who bring the right creative mindset and interpersonal strengths.

Bonus If You Have

Familiarity with Google Workspace tools

Graphic design or visual communication experience (Canva, Adobe Photoshop, etc.)

Comfort with social media platforms such as Instagram and Facebook

Background in visual arts, marketing, business, or arts administration

Interest or experience in art education, gallery work, or museum settings

One River School of Art & Design is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all employees and applicants.