Art Teacher - Studio and Digital Part-time

One River School of Art and DesignWestport, CT
Onsite

About The Position

At One River School, we believe Contemporary studio and digital art is one of the most powerful creative languages of our time. We’re looking for innovative, tech-savvy artists and educators to guide students in grades K–12 through the evolving world of contemporary art —from foundational skills to portfolio-level work. If you’re passionate about contemporary studio art and digital art, love mentoring young creatives, and believe technology should expand imagination—not limit it—we’d love to meet you. Since 2012, One River School has been redefining art education through contemporary art, innovative teaching, and strong creative communities. With 15 schools across six states, we serve thousands of students each week—helping them develop the creative skills that matter in today’s world. Teaching here feels different. It feels modern. It feels inspired. If you’re ready to empower young artists to create in the digital world—and shape what that world looks like next—we’d love to connect.

Requirements

  • A practicing artist, designer, illustrator, animator, or creative technologist
  • Experienced teaching students in a digital lab and art studio setting
  • Comfortable working with a range of ages from elementary through high school
  • Skilled in digital platforms and current industry tools
  • Passionate about helping students build both technical skill and creative confidence
  • Engaging, organized, and student-centered
  • Aligned with our mission to transform art education
  • BFA or BS in Studio Art, Digital Art, Graphic Design, Animation, Art Education, or related field required

Nice To Haves

  • MFA or Master’s degree is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Teach engaging weekly studio and digital art classes for students in grades K–12
  • Guide students in tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Procreate), Moho, digital drawing tablets, graphic design, digital illustration, animation, or related platforms
  • Support middle and high school students in developing portfolio-quality work
  • Introduce creative problem-solving, visual storytelling, and design thinking
  • Foster a studio culture that encourages experimentation, critique, and growth
  • Communicate thoughtfully with families about student progress and creative development

Benefits

  • State-of-the-Art Digital Labs
  • Thoughtful Curriculum Framework
  • Creative Community
  • Flexible Schedule for Creative Lives
  • Growth Opportunities
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