Part-Time Visual Arts Instructor — After-School Studio Leader

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

Job summary

New York Edge is seeking a part-time Visual Arts Specialist for Far Rockaway sites. The role focuses on organizing, leading, and promoting interest in visual arts activities for youth, using New York State Arts Learning Standards to craft engaging lessons.

The position requires teaching experience with youth, curriculum adherence, reliability, and strong communication. Work occurs mainly in NYC Public Schools with potential community events.

Qualifications

• Must be knowledgeable and skilled in various Visual Arts and have prior experience successfully teaching and instructing youth.
• Must be able to follow a curriculum
• Must be responsible, reliable, and punctual!
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.

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

Punctuality

Communication skills

Mobility requirements

Lift/move objects

Work in NYC public schools

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Some college

Teaching/coaching experience preferred

Job description

New York Edge is seeking a part-time Visual Arts Specialist for Far Rockaway sites. The role focuses on organizing, leading, and promoting interest in visual arts activities for youth, using New York State Arts Learning Standards to craft engaging lessons.

The position requires teaching experience with youth, curriculum adherence, reliability, and strong communication. Work occurs mainly in NYC Public Schools with potential community events.