Art Instructor

Southside Unlimited • Sacramento, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Work of Art Studios in Sacramento is seeking a creative, compassionate, and energetic Art Instructor with experience in a variety of artistic mediums. The instructor will lead classes, share techniques, and help artists build skills and confidence in an inclusive studio community. Teaching experience in digital arts, ceramics, painting, and mixed media is a plus.

Work of Art is part of Southside Unlimited, a nonprofit dedicated to artistic expression, personal growth, and active citizenship for adults with developmental disabilities. The studio brings people of different abilities, ages, and interests together to create and build meaningful connections.

The role includes teaching and developing lessons, supporting artists’ creative and person-centered goals, assisting with commissioned work and basic marketing, maintaining documentation, and helping with gallery operations and community events. The schedule is variable and requires evening and weekend availability. The position pays $23.54 per hour, guarantees 37 hours per week, and may range up to 40 hours per week.

Requirements

• Strong skills in an art medium and a desire to share those skills.
• Clear communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt in a dynamic environment.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Evening and weekend availability is required.

Nice To Haves

• BA or MA degree in art or a related field; preferred but not required.
• Teaching experience.
• Experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
• Professional teaching experience in digital arts, ceramics, painting, or mixed media.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging classes, workshops, and one-on-one lessons.
• Create clear lesson plans with goals that help artists grow.
• Develop fresh curriculum and try new teaching ideas.
• Support artists in building skills, exploring techniques, and expressing themselves.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet individual artists’ needs.
• Build meaningful, respectful relationships with artists of all ages and abilities.
• Support artists’ confidence, independence, and creativity.
• Assist with commissioned artwork from start to finish.
• Offer basic marketing ideas to artists who want to sell their work.
• Provide patience, empathy, professionalism, encouragement, emotional support, and guidance when needed.
• Maintain documentation and communicate updates with the team.
• Help develop and support person-centered goals for artists.
• Participate in planning meetings and documentation; training will be provided.
• Keep records organized, accurate, and up to date.
• Help share artists’ work with the public.
• Support gallery sales, displays, and inventory.
• Prepare, set up, and work at various events.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Paid lunch time.
• Mileage reimbursement at the federal rate.
• Retirement plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Life insurance.
• Referral and retention appreciation bonuses.
• Incentives and yearly pay increases.
• Ongoing training and professional growth.
• Positive, supportive work environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization that values creativity and inclusion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed