Part-Time Studio Manager

Kidcreate Studio South Charlotte; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Performance-based bonuses

Opportunities for professional growth

Employee discounts on classes, camps, 

parties and events

Job summary

Kidcreate Studio Bethesda is seeking a Part-Time Studio Manager and Lead Instructor to guide daily operations and deliver engaging art and STEAM classes for children aged 18 months through 12 years.

You’ll lead studio operations, mentor instructors, plan lessons, coordinate parties and events, and ensure a welcoming environment. Compensation ranges from $22.00 to $25.00 per hour, with paid training and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to lead a team of instructors.
• Experience working with children in educational or recreational settings is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Studio Leadership & Operations: manage day-to-day studio tasks, open/close, maintain cleanliness and welcoming spaces, manage inventory and scheduling.
• Teaching & Program Development: teach art/STEAM classes, lead camps/workshops/events, plan materials and activities, develop new classes.
• Team Leadership: recruit, onboard, train, and mentor instructors; provide coaching for high-quality programming; foster a positive team culture.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Customer service

Teaching

Organization

Communication

Job description

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Part-Time Studio Manager & Lead Instructor

Kidcreate Studio Bethesda is looking for an energetic, organized, and creative leader to help grow our studio and inspire the next generation of young artists and innovators.

If you love working with children, enjoy leading a team, and thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, we'd love to meet you.

As our Part-Time Studio Manager, you'll play a key leadership role in the daily operations of the studio while also teaching engaging art and STEAM classes for children ages 18 months through 12 years. You'll help create memorable experiences for families, support our instructors, and ensure every class, camp, party, and event reflects the exceptional Kidcreate experience.

What You'll Do

Studio Leadership & Operations

• Support the day-to-day operations of the studio
• Open and close the studio as needed
• Ensure classrooms and common areas are clean, organized, and welcoming
• Maintain art supply inventory and assist with ordering materials
• Assist with scheduling, staffing, and studio logistics
• Help oversee birthday parties, workshops, camps, and special events
• Provide exceptional customer service to families in person, by phone, and via email
• Assist with invoicing and administrative tasks
• Help maintain a safe, positive, and engaging environment for children and staff

Teaching & Program Development

• Teach art and STEAM classes for children ages 18 months-12 years
• Lead camps, workshops, birthday parties, and special events
• Help plan and prepare lesson materials and classroom activities
• Collaborate on developing new classes, seasonal programs, and creative project ideas
• Ensure every class is fun, educational, and developmentally appropriate

Team Leadership

• Help recruit, onboard, train, and mentor instructors
• Provide coaching and support to ensure high-quality programming
• Foster a collaborative, positive team culture
• Serve as the studio leader when the owner is unavailable

Community & Growth

• Support marketing initiatives and community events
• Build relationships with schools, PTAs, and community organizations
• Help increase enrollment in classes, camps, and birthday parties
• Represent Kidcreate Studio professionally within the community

We're Looking For Someone Who Is

• Passionate about working with children
• Organized and highly dependable
• A natural leader who enjoys mentoring others
• Friendly, energetic, and customer-service focused
• Creative and excited about hands-on learning
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication skills
• Flexible and willing to pitch in wherever needed
• Reliable transportation required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing or supervising a team
• Experience working with children in education, recreation, childcare, camps, or enrichment programs
• Experience teaching art, STEAM, or other youth programs is a plus
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable using technology for scheduling, communication, and administrative tasks

What We Offer

• Paid training
• Performance-based bonuses
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Employee discounts on classes, camps, parties, and retail items
• A creative, supportive, and collaborative work environment
• Every day is different- you'll help children learn, create, and build confidence through art

About Kidcreate Studio

Kidcreate Studio is an award-winning children's art and STEAM studio dedicated to inspiring creativity through hands-on learning. We offer weekly classes, camps, workshops, birthday parties, field trips, and community programs for children ages 18 months through 12 years.

Our mission is simple: to inspire confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning through art.

If you're excited about making a meaningful impact in the lives of children while helping grow a thriving local business, we'd love to hear from you.

Compensation: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Kidcreate art classes are a great way to introduce children to the wonderful world of art! We provide a positive, self-esteem-building environment for children to explore the visual arts. Children get messy with paint, clay, and so much more!

Specializing in children's art classes, camps, and art-themed birthday parties, Kidcreate Studio is an art studio just for kids. At Kidcreate Studio, children will create fridge-worthy masterpieces, learn art concepts, and experiment with many different art materials.

Weekly classes, camps, workshops and homeschool classes are age-specific and are tailored to provide each student with the curriculum that suits them best.