Early Childhood Program Lead

Rachel's Young At Art Studio; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Rachel's Young At Art Studio is seeking an experienced preschool/early elementary teacher to lead camps and classes for ages 3–9. You will guide engaging, hands-on art activities with a supportive team of instructors, fostering creativity and positive social-emotional growth.

The role emphasizes classroom leadership, collaborative planning, and a warm, welcoming environment without the administrative demands of a traditional school.

Qualifications

• Lead camps, classes, and studio programming for children aged 3–9.
• Confidently manage groups of children, including transitions and engagement.
• Guide and delegate to supporting instructors and assistants.
• Prepare for and execute planned art projects, activities, and lessons.
• Contribute ideas for projects, themes, activities, and future programming.
• Assist with lesson planning and adapting activities for different ages.
• Communicate warmly and professionally with parents and caregivers.
• Help maintain an organized, welcoming studio environment.
• Be comfortable getting messy, being silly, and actively engaging with children.
• Be dependable, flexible, and able to adapt.
• Art experience is a plus, but you do not need to be an artist!

Responsibilities

• Lead groups of children in hands-on art activities.
• Plan engaging activities aligned with ages 3–9.
• Collaborate with instructors to support classroom flow.
• Provide a warm, inclusive classroom atmosphere.
• Ensure safety and positive behavior management.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Teamwork

Creativity

Adaptability

Reliability

Job description

Rachel’s Young At Art Studio is dedicated to fostering a safe, positive, and nurturing environment where children grow socially and emotionally through art. The studio embraces children’s natural curiosity and desire for self-expression by guiding them through engaging, age-appropriate creative experiences. Programs are designed to help young artists use art as a tool to make meaningful connections with the world around them. Through enriching, fun activities, the Job

Job Overview

Love teaching young children, but looking for something outside of a traditional school setting?

Rachel's Young At Art Studio is looking for an experienced preschool, Kindergarten, early childhood, or elementary teacher to help lead our camps and classes. This role is perfect for someone who loves running a classroom, planning engaging activities and building relationships with children, but is looking for a more creative, collaborative environment without the administrative demands of a traditional school.

You’ll predominantly lead groups of children ages 3–9 with the support of a full team of instructors and assistants, with some toddler classes thrown in! You’ll have the opportunity to contribute ideas and help plan programming, but you won’t be responsible for building an entire curriculum from scratch.

Our programs are hands‑on, creative, and designed to give children the freedom to explore while still providing the structure and guidance they need to thrive. We’re looking for someone who can confidently take the lead in the classroom, keep a group engaged, and create the kind of warm, fun environment that makes kids excited to come back.

Requirements

• Lead camps, classes, and other studio programming for children, predominantly ages 3–9
• Confidently manage groups of children, including transitions, behavior, pacing, and engagement
• Guide and delegate to supporting instructors and assistants while working collaboratively as a team
• Prepare for and execute planned art projects, activities, and lessons
• Contribute ideas for projects, themes, activities, and future programming
• Assist with lesson planning and adapting activities for different ages and abilities
• Communicate warmly and professionally with parents and caregivers
• Help maintain an organized, welcoming, and engaging studio environment
• Be comfortable getting messy, being silly, jumping into activities, and actively engaging with children
• Be dependable, flexible, and comfortable adapting when an activity doesn't go exactly according to plan

Qualifications

• Previous classroom teaching experience required, ideally in preschool, Pre-K, kindergarten, early elementary, or another early childhood setting
• At least 1 year of classroom experience; 2+ years preferred
• Experience independently leading a classroom or group of young children strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of age-appropriate expectations and positive classroom management
• Warm, patient, energetic, and genuinely enjoys working with young children
• Creative and comfortable thinking on your feet
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
Reliable and able to take initiative without needing constant direction
• Art experience is a plus, but you do not need to be an artist!
• A degree in education or teaching certification is not required