Art Teaching Artist — Flexible Hours, Community Studio

Colorado College; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Colorado College's Bemis School of Art seeks an Art Instructor/Teaching Artist to provide in-person instruction across media such as ceramics, drawing, painting, and mixed-media to learners aged 6 through adults. This occasional role adapts to course proposals, enrollment, and scheduling, including evenings and weekends.

Applicants should demonstrate expertise in their media, strong communication across cultures, creativity, energy, collaboration, and flexible thinking to foster inclusive

Qualifications

• Expertise in the media being taught and prior teaching experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse learners.
• Creative and innovative in artistic areas.
• Energetic, adaptable, and collaborative.
• Ability to work a varied schedule including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide in‑person instruction to students (ages 6‑adult) in a chosen art medium.
• Design and conduct art curriculum.
• Prepare and maintain the classroom environment.
• Prepare learning materials and programming to promote interest and learning outcomes.
• Explain and demonstrate artistic techniques.
• Establish a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.

Skills

Media expertise

Communication skills

Creativity

Energetic and flexible

Collaborative work style

Critical thinking

Evening/weekend availability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Teaching experience (2 years)

Job description

Colorado College's Bemis School of Art seeks an Art Instructor/Teaching Artist to provide in-person instruction across media such as ceramics, drawing, painting, and mixed-media to learners aged 6 through adults. This occasional role adapts to course proposals, enrollment, and scheduling, including evenings and weekends.

Applicants should demonstrate expertise in their media, strong communication across cultures, creativity, energy, collaboration, and flexible thinking to foster inclusive