Art Teacher (Sub and Off-Site Program Support) (Part-Time)

One River School of Art and Design • Englewood, NJ

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About The Position

One River School of Art + Design is seeking a practicing or highly engaged artist to teach art classes as a substitute and support off-site programs and events. The role includes assisting with after-school programs and spending time as a Teaching Assistant. Teachers introduce students to contemporary art through hands-on work across painting, drawing, sculpture, collage, mixed media, and 3D work. They encourage experimentation, creative risk-taking, and imaginative thinking, and help students build confidence and develop their artistic voices. The role also involves communicating thoughtfully with families about students’ growth and creative breakthroughs.

One River School provides a contemporary studio with an in-house gallery, a designed curriculum, and classroom materials, tools, and supplies. Teachers work alongside artists and educators in a creative, inclusive community. The position offers limited weekly hours and a flexible schedule, with evening and weekend work, including Saturday and Sunday. Later start times leave mornings available for other creative pursuits. The organization describes opportunities to grow and promote from within.

Requirements

• BFA or BS in Art Education required.
• Be a practicing or highly engaged artist looking to gain teaching experience.
• Be confident working across multiple mediums.
• Be comfortable with limited weekly hours and a flexible schedule.
• Be energized by working with children and nurturing their creative confidence.
• Be warm, engaging, and student-centered.
• Be a thoughtful communicator who values relationships with families and colleagues.
• Be aligned with One River School’s mission to transform art education.

Responsibilities

• Lead dynamic, hands-on art classes for students as a substitute.
• Assist with off-site workshops and tabling at events.
• Assist with after-school programs.
• Spend time in a Teaching Assistant role.
• Teach 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 student confidence and artistic voice.
• Communicate thoughtfully with families about student growth and creative breakthroughs.

Benefits

• Teach in a contemporary studio with an in-house gallery showcasing student work and emerging artists.
• A thoughtfully designed curriculum provides structure and inspiration without endless preparation.
• Materials, tools, and supplies are provided.
• Work alongside a creative community of artists and educators.
• Flexible schedule with later start times, leaving mornings open for studio practice or other creative pursuits.
• Opportunities to grow and be promoted from within.

What This Job Offers

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