Instructor - Printmaking

Nycdrawingroom; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Drawing Room in New York seeks an experienced Printmaking Instructor to join our Learning team. The role focuses on teaching established printmaking curriculum, including block printing, to adult learners with supportive guidance and thoughtful studio practice.

You will prepare materials, develop ideas for new workshops, and collaborate with leadership on curriculum revisions. This part-time, on-site position offers paid development time and opportunities to contribute to private events and

Qualifications

• Active printmaking practice with a portfolio of current or recent work demonstrating technical ability and professionalism.
• Must be able to teach block printing (linocut or woodcut); experience with screen printing, monotype, intaglio, risograph, or fabric printing is a plus.
• BFA or equivalent arts education, or comparable professional training and experience.
• Strong teaching and group facilitation skills, especially with adult beginners.
• Ability to break down a multi-step process into clear, approachable steps.
• Collaborative mindset and openness to feedback; comfortable working with leadership.
• Willingness to contribute to behind-the-scenes studio maintenance and operations.

Responsibilities

• Teach established Drawing Room printmaking curriculum, including block printing.
• Lead engaging workshops for adult learners of all levels.
• Demonstrate carving, inking, printing techniques and support students through steps.
• Prepare materials, set up workshops, and clean up after sessions.
• Collaborate with leadership on curriculum development and approvals.
• Contribute to studio upkeep and restock supplies as needed.
• Communicate scheduling, materials, and operational needs; attend team meetings.

Skills

Active printmaking practice

Teaching experience

Adult education facilitation

Curriculum development collaboration

Studio maintenance & organization

Education

BFA or equivalent arts education

Job description

Drawing Room is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic Printmaking Instructor to join our Learning team.

Our workshops are professionally instructed, thoughtfully curated experiences designed to promote creativity, learning, and community. We’re looking for practicing printmakers who bring strong technical skills, a genuine love of teaching, and a thoughtful approach to working with adult learners.

Instructors teach a combination of established Drawing Room workshops and, when appropriate, help develop new programming. This is a collaborative, hands on role that combines creative instruction, curriculum preparation, and studio operations.

What You’ll Do

• Learn, prepare, and confidently teach established Drawing Room printmaking curriculum, including block printing
• Lead engaging, approachable workshops for adult learners of all experience levels
• Clearly demonstrate carving, inking, and printing techniques, explain concepts, and support students through every step
• Teach safe tool handling, especially with carving tools
• Contribute ideas for new workshops and longer form Intensives, with dedicated, paid development time for approved projects
• Collaborate with Drawing Room leadership on curriculum development, revisions, and final approvals
• Prepare materials, set up workshops, and thoroughly clean and reset the space afterward
• Take part in routine studio upkeep, including cleaning shared tools and brayers, organizing and restocking supplies, maintaining storage areas, and completing assigned tasks
• Communicate proactively about scheduling, availability, materials, and operational needs
• Participate in required team meetings, training, and other scheduled responsibilities

What We’re Looking For

• An active printmaking practice, with a portfolio of current or recent work that shows technical ability, creativity, and professionalism
• Must be able to teach block printing (linocut or woodcut). Experience with screen printing, monotype, intaglio, risograph, or printing on fabric is a strong plus
• A BFA or equivalent arts education, or comparable professional training and experience
• Strong teaching and group facilitation skills, especially with adult beginners
• The ability to break down a technical, multi step process into clear, approachable steps
• Confidence demonstrating techniques and adapting instruction to different learning styles
• Strong organization, preparation, reliability, and attention to detail (printmaking has a lot of moving parts)
• A collaborative mindset and openness to feedback
• A warm, encouraging approach to teaching and community building
• A willingness to contribute to the practical, behind the scenes work of maintaining a shared creative studio

Instructors get dedicated, paid time to prepare for and, in some cases, develop the workshops they teach, whether working with established Drawing Room curriculum or creating new programming.

This includes learning and practicing existing lesson plans, preparing demonstrations, refining teaching techniques, and making thoughtful improvements to the student experience.

We also encourage instructors to bring their own expertise and ideas into our programming. Larger projects, including new workshops and Intensives, are planned together with Drawing Room leadership, with agreed upon scopes, timelines, and development hours.

All new curriculum and significant changes to existing programming are reviewed and approved by Drawing Room leadership before launch.

Private Events + Additional Programming

In addition to regular workshops and Journey programs, instructors support Drawing Room’s private events and other special programming as needed.

Private events are an important part of our business and may include corporate gatherings, celebrations, and other group creative experiences. Instructors should be comfortable adapting their teaching to different audiences, group sizes, and formats.

Instructors are expected to provide availability for at least one private event per month and take on assigned events based on training, availability, and programming needs. All event work, including prep, setup, facilitation, and cleanup, is paid.

Schedule + Compensation

This is a part time, non exempt position with a schedule based on programming and operational needs. Workshops take place mostly on weekday evenings and weekends at both Drawing Room locations. You must be able to commit to at least 6 to 7 regular hours a week during those times. Fuller schedules may be closer to 15 to 20 hours a week. Additional hours are available by combining roles across the organization, including hosting Open Hours. Team meetings currently take place on Monday daytimes, alternating between our locations.

All instructors train and staff Open Hours during their onboarding period (roughly 2 to 3 months) to get to know the space, our offerings, and our community.

Compensation

$40 to $45/hr for teaching

$28 to $35/hr for instructor related hours, including meetings, setup and cleanup, and workshop development

***Please note: We are grateful for your interest in joining our team! Please note that we typically receive hundreds of applications per role and may not be able to respond to each applicant individually. We will be in touch if there is a good fit. Thank you for your understanding!