Contemporary Art Teacher (PreK-12) – Studio Practice

One River School of Art + Design; Millburn (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

One River School of Art + Design in Millburn, NJ invites aspiring educators to join a vibrant contemporary-art studio. You’ll lead dynamic weekly classes for ages 3-5 and K-12, exploring painting, drawing, sculpture, and mixed media while nurturing students’ confidence and voice.

We value process over product, provide fully equipped classrooms, and offer flexible evenings and weekend hours to fit creative lives. This role is ideal for practicing artists who love teaching and community.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of teaching experience in art education.
• Strong background across drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media.
• Ability to teach ages 3-5 and K-12 in a studio setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead dynamic, hands-on weekly art classes for ages 3-5 and K-12.
• Explore contemporary approaches across painting, drawing, sculpture, and mixed media.
• Encourage experimentation, risk-taking and creative thinking.
• Build student confidence and artistic voice through project-based learning.
• Communicate student progress with families and foster home-school connection.

Skills

Teaching experience

Studio artist

Multimedia arts

Family communication

Education

BFA or BS in Art Education

MFA in Art Education (plus)

Job description

One River School of Art + Design in Millburn, NJ invites aspiring educators to join a vibrant contemporary-art studio. You’ll lead dynamic weekly classes for ages 3-5 and K-12, exploring painting, drawing, sculpture, and mixed media while nurturing students’ confidence and voice.

We value process over product, provide fully equipped classrooms, and offer flexible evenings and weekend hours to fit creative lives. This role is ideal for practicing artists who love teaching and community.