Arts & Financial Literacy Instructor
About The Position
Brains & Motion Education (BAM!) provides enrichment, sports, STEM, and arts programs to schools and communities. The organization’s programs aim to help students build confidence, develop skills, and connect with peers in a safe and supportive environment. The Creative Arts & Financial Literacy Instructor leads engaging after-school enrichment classes for students in grades K–6. The instructor introduces creative expression and foundational financial concepts through hands-on projects, interactive activities, games, and age-appropriate lessons. The role involves encouraging creativity and making practical life skills accessible and enjoyable while maintaining a safe, organized, and supportive learning environment. This is a part-time, seasonal position paying $32.00 per hour. Classes take place Tuesdays between 1:35 PM and 4:10 PM PST and Thursdays between 1:45 PM and 4:10 PM PST. The stated start date is September 15, 2026. The assigned job location is Bellflower, California 90706.
Requirements
- A genuine interest in working with and mentoring children.
- Experience or knowledge in creative arts, financial literacy, business, entrepreneurship, education, or a related field.
- Ability to confidently engage and manage groups of elementary-age students.
- Strong communication, patience, and positive classroom-management skills.
- Ability to lead hands-on, interactive, age-appropriate activities.
- Reliable transportation to the assigned school location.
- Current government-issued photo identification, such as a valid driver’s license or state ID.
- Ability to successfully complete a required criminal background check.
- Willingness to complete required training.
- Ability to lift and carry approximately 20–50 pounds occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Nice To Haves
- 1–2 years of experience teaching, mentoring, coaching, or working with youth is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead hands-on arts projects that encourage imagination, self-expression, and collaboration.
- Teach budgeting, saving, entrepreneurship, and money management through fun, age-appropriate activities.
- Use interactive games and projects to make learning enjoyable and meaningful.
- Foster an inclusive classroom that encourages participation, confidence, and teamwork.
- Adapt BAM! curriculum lessons to students’ needs while maintaining a safe, organized, and supportive learning environment.
- Communicate effectively with school staff, program managers, and families as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
