Creative Arts Teaching Assistant

Rainey Institute; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Job summary

The Rainey Institute in Cleveland is seeking a Teaching Artist Assistant to support daily instruction for K–8 student artists across music, dance, drama, visual art and art adventures. You will work with the department staff to plan and facilitate lessons aligned to short- and long-term goals.

Responsibilities include establishing a safe classroom, encouraging positive student behavior, and assisting in lesson execution and activity prep under the Teaching Artist's guidance.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of training, performing, or experience in the visual, performing, or culinary arts.
• Experience with basic business software: Gmail/Outlook, check-in systems, messaging apps, and office productivity tools (Word/Docs, Excel/Sheets, PowerPoint).
• Willingness to learn Ohio Dept. of Education & Workforce Development Fine Arts Standards and model curriculum.
• Discipline knowledge in Rainey arts disciplines (music, dance, drama/theatre, visual art, or culinary).
• Youth engagement/mentoring/coaching experience with children ages 5–14 in structured settings.
• Strong cultural competence and experience working with urban youth and diverse community stakeholders.
• Exceptional verbal, written, and relational communication skills.
• Respectful, kind, and considerate interaction with students, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Establish a safe environment for students; manage classroom environments and empower student growth.
• Encourage positive student behavior and progress, ensuring adherence to the Rainey Norms.
• Assist in the execution of lesson plans and daily instruction for K–8 students.
• Assist in the preparation for activities as directed by the teaching artist.
• Help maintain high standards for student behavior by enforcing Rainey norms and conduct policies.
• Support pre‑class activities and monitor mealtimes.

Skills

Communication

Youth engagement

Mentoring

Cultural competence

Education

Arts-related education

HS diploma with experience

Tools

Word/Google Docs

Excel/Google Sheets

PowerPoint/Slides

Job description

The Rainey Institute in Cleveland is seeking a Teaching Artist Assistant to support daily instruction for K–8 student artists across music, dance, drama, visual art and art adventures. You will work with the department staff to plan and facilitate lessons aligned to short- and long-term goals.

Responsibilities include establishing a safe classroom, encouraging positive student behavior, and assisting in lesson execution and activity prep under the Teaching Artist's guidance.