Art Teacher K-Adult (Part-Time)

One River School of Art and Design • Hartsdale, NY

19d • Onsite

About The Position

One River School of Art + Design is seeking a practicing or highly engaged artist and passionate educator to teach contemporary art to students in grades K–12 and adults. The teacher leads dynamic, hands-on weekly classes in a contemporary studio setting, helping students experiment, take creative risks, develop their artistic voices, and build confidence. Classes may explore painting, drawing, sculpture, collage, mixed media, and 3D work. The role also involves communicating with families about students’ growth and creative progress.

The school provides a designed curriculum, classroom materials, tools, and supplies. Teachers work in a creative community focused on art, growth, feedback, and inclusion, with opportunities to grow within the organization. One River School has 15 schools across six states and has been redefining art education since 2012.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of teaching experience.
• Confidence working across multiple artistic mediums.
• Energy for working with children and nurturing their creative confidence.
• Warm, engaging, and student-centered approach.
• Thoughtful communication and valuing relationships with families and colleagues.
• Alignment with the mission to transform art education.
• BFA or BS in Art Education required.

Nice To Haves

• MFA or Master’s in Art Education is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead dynamic, hands-on weekly art classes for students.
• Explore contemporary approaches across painting, drawing, sculpture, collage, mixed media, and 3D work.
• Encourage experimentation, creative risk-taking, and imaginative thinking.
• Create engaging experiences that build students’ confidence and artistic voices.
• Communicate thoughtfully with families about student growth and creative breakthroughs.

Benefits

• Designed curriculum that provides structure and inspiration without requiring extensive preparation.
• All classroom materials, tools, and supplies provided.
• Flexible schedule with later start times, leaving mornings open for studio practice or other creative pursuits.
• Opportunities for promotion from within and long-term career development in art education.
• Work in a contemporary studio with an in-house gallery showcasing student work and emerging artists.
• Creative community of artists and educators.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level