Studio Art Instructor for Kids: Contemporary Techniques

One River School Of Art And Design; Millburn (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Materials provided

Job summary

One River School Of Art And Design is seeking a studio instructor to lead hands-on weekly art classes for children aged 3-5 and K-12. You will guide students through painting, drawing, sculpture, and mixed media while encouraging exploration and confident expression.

You will collaborate with families, maintain a warm, student-centered approach, and contribute to a growing art education community that values creativity and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Studio instructor with strong background across drawing, painting, sculpture materials.
• At least 1 year of teaching experience in K-12 or related classroom.
• Comfort teaching 1-2 classes per week and flexible afternoons/evenings.

Responsibilities

• Lead dynamic, hands-on weekly art classes for ages 3-5 and K-12 students.
• Explore contemporary approaches across painting, drawing, sculpture, collage, mixed media, and 3D work.
• Encourage experimentation, creative risk-taking, and big imaginative thinking.
• Create "WOW moments" and connect with families about student growth.

Skills

Teaching experience

Multiple mediums

Child interaction

Art education passion

Education

BFA or BS in Art Education

MFA or Master's in Art Education (plus)

Job description

One River School Of Art And Design is seeking a studio instructor to lead hands-on weekly art classes for children aged 3-5 and K-12. You will guide students through painting, drawing, sculpture, and mixed media while encouraging exploration and confident expression.

You will collaborate with families, maintain a warm, student-centered approach, and contribute to a growing art education community that values creativity and professional growth.