Art Teacher Pre-K-12th (Part-Time)

One River School of Art + Design • Millburn, NJ

26d • $0 - $25

About The Position

One River School of Art + Design is seeking a practicing artist and passionate educator to teach contemporary art to children ages 3–5 and students in grades K–12. The teacher leads engaging, hands-on weekly classes in a contemporary studio environment, helping students experiment, take creative risks, build confidence, and develop their artistic voice. The school provides a designed curriculum, fully equipped classrooms, and a supportive community of artists and educators.

The instructor is expected to teach 1–2 classes per week and have flexible afternoon and evening availability for substitute coverage as needed. Regular classes are scheduled in the evenings and on weekends, including Saturday and Sunday. The position offers opportunities to grow within an expanding organization.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of teaching experience.
• A strong background in a wide variety of physical mediums, including drawing, painting, and sculptural materials.
• Past instructional experience leading classrooms in the specified age groups: ages 3–5 and K–12.
• BFA or BS in Art Education.
• Willingness to teach 1–2 classes per week.
• Flexible afternoon and evening availability for substitute coverage as needed.
• Warm, engaging, and student-centered approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with families and colleagues.

Nice To Haves

• MFA or Master’s in Art Education.
• Practicing or highly engaged artist.
• Confident working across multiple mediums.
• Energized by nurturing children’s creative confidence.
• Alignment with the organization’s mission to transform art education.

Responsibilities

• Lead dynamic, hands-on weekly art classes for ages 3–5 and K–12 students.
• Teach contemporary approaches across painting, drawing, sculpture, collage, mixed media, and 3D work.
• Encourage experimentation, creative risk-taking, and imaginative thinking.
• Create experiences that build students’ confidence and artistic voice.
• Communicate thoughtfully with families about student growth and creative breakthroughs.
• Teach 1–2 classes per week and provide substitute coverage as needed.

Benefits

• Curriculum support with a thoughtfully designed curriculum that provides structure and inspiration without endless preparation.
• Fully equipped classrooms with materials, tools, and supplies provided.
• Creative community of fellow 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