Part-Time Visual Arts Educator (After-School)

New-York-Edge,-Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

New York Edge is seeking a passionate Visual Arts Specialist to organize, lead, and promote interest in youth arts activities at Staten Island schools. Instructors apply New York State Arts Learning Standards to create engaging projects.

The role is part-time, 9-15 hours per week, with afternoon shifts 2:30–5:30 pm, and requires safety clearances through NYC agencies. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma and teaching experience with youth.

Qualifications

• Must be knowledgeable and skilled in various Visual Arts and have prior experience teaching youth.
• Must be able to follow a curriculum
• Must be responsible, reliable, and punctual!
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• May be required to walk up and down stairs.
• May have to lift or move objects/materials as needed.

Responsibilities

• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
• Organize, lead, and promote interest in arts activities such as visual art, fashion, painting, drawing, photography & digital media.
• Organize performance groups and direct their rehearsals.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
• Ascertain and interpret group interests, evaluate equipment and facilities, and adapt activities to meet the student’s needs.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in the activities and demonstrate the use of materials and equipment.
• Evaluate activities to determine if they are producing desired results.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' needs and interests.
• Progressive development of student skills leading to a final project

Skills

Visual Arts knowledge

Curriculum following

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Punctual

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Some college preferred

Job description

New York Edge is seeking a passionate Visual Arts Specialist to organize, lead, and promote interest in youth arts activities at Staten Island schools. Instructors apply New York State Arts Learning Standards to create engaging projects.

The role is part-time, 9-15 hours per week, with afternoon shifts 2:30–5:30 pm, and requires safety clearances through NYC agencies. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma and teaching experience with youth.