Visual Arts Teaching Artist

Miami Childrens Museum Inc • Miami, FL

97d • Onsite

About The Position

Miami Children's Museum is seeking a passionate and creative Visual Arts Teaching Artist to join our Mini Masters Art & Theater Program. This role is perfect for an artist-educator who enjoys inspiring young learners, encouraging self-expression, and creating meaningful art experiences that build confidence and curiosity. As part of our teaching artist team, you'll lead engaging visual arts projects, introduce students to a variety of artistic techniques and materials, and help bring showcases and performances to life through creative design, props, scenery, and visual storytelling. This part-time afterschool position serves one or more community school sites.

Requirements

• Experience teaching visual arts to children or youth.
• Strong background in drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, or related artistic disciplines.
• Experience working in schools, museums, camps, community programs, or arts education settings preferred.
• Experience designing and fabricating costumes, scenic set pieces, and props for theatrical productions.
• Experience in stage management and coordinating between design execution, technical rehearsals, and live performances.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Passion for youth development, arts education, and creative expression.
• Reliable transportation and flexibility to support showcases and special events.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on visual arts experiences for students in grades K–5.
• Teach foundational skills in drawing, painting, collage, sculpture, mixed media, and creative design.
• Create engaging projects that encourage creativity, storytelling, self-expression, and artistic exploration.
• Support scenic design, costume design, sound design, lighting design, prop-making, stage management, and visual elements connected to student showcases and performances.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages participation and confidence.
• Collaborate with fellow teaching artists to create meaningful interdisciplinary arts experiences.
• Participate in family events, showcases, performances, and special programs as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed