Painting Arts Instructor (Temporary)

The Educational Alliance Inc.•New York, NY

12d•$0 - $50

About The Position

Educational Alliance is seeking a temporary Painting Arts Instructor to provide high-quality painting instruction to students with a range of experience levels across Educational Alliance programs. Depending on program needs, classes may take place at EA Art School, Weinberg Center for Balanced Living, or Co-op Village NORC. The instructor maintains continuity of existing classes during the regular instructor’s absence, providing individualized guidance and group instruction that supports artistic development and fosters a welcoming, inclusive, and creative learning environment. The assignment duration is subject to change based on the regular instructor’s return and organizational needs. The instructor teaches painting fundamentals and techniques across media offered by Educational Alliance, follows or adapts course plans and learning goals, and coordinates instructional adjustments with Program Directors. Courses typically run for 8–10 weeks. The role also includes supporting safe and sustainable studio practices, preparing and maintaining the painting studio, communicating with students and colleagues, and occasionally assisting with studio operations and maintenance.

Requirements

Active painting artist willing to share work and artistic process with students.
Demonstrated engagement with the broader New York City visual arts community.
At least two years of experience teaching painting to adults and/or children.
Strong knowledge of painting techniques, materials, and studio practices relevant to the courses taught.
Self-motivated, highly efficient, and able to problem-solve.
Proactive, hands-on approach and professional work ethic.
Ability to work autonomously while collaborating with faculty and staff.
Ability to work morning, evening, and weekend hours as the class schedule requires.
Team player with a passion for building relationships and supporting a diverse community of learners.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized and group painting instruction for students with varying interests, learning styles, experience, and skill levels.
Teach painting fundamentals and techniques, including color theory, composition, value, form, brushwork, layering, and surface development, across relevant media such as acrylic and/or oil.
Use demonstrations, constructive feedback, and student-centered approaches to support learning and artistic development.
Follow established course plans and learning goals when available; design or adapt lessons and projects as needed and coordinate instructional adjustments with Educational Alliance Program Directors.
Maintain continuity of existing classes during the regular instructor’s absence, communicate expectations, support student progress, and coordinate with the Art School Director on curriculum and instructional adjustments.
Communicate positively and professionally with students, faculty, and staff, including communicating with students via email.
Help students use and care for painting materials and equipment appropriately.
Follow painting studio safety procedures for handling, storing, ventilating, and disposing of art materials where applicable, and ensure students follow Art School policies and studio procedures.
Understand and teach sustainable artmaking practices, including thoughtful use of materials and minimizing negative impacts on people and the environment.
Prepare and maintain an organized, clean, and functional painting studio; prepare class spaces and materials, provide status updates to the supervisor, and complete agreed-upon or requested basic tasks.
Meet one-on-one with the supervisor as needed.
Occasionally assist with studio operations and maintenance beyond class preparation and cleanup.
Develop professional relationships with coworkers, students, and Art School guests.
Perform other duties as assigned.