The Visual Arts Instructor is responsible for planning and delivering engaging visual arts instruction that fosters creativity, artistic skill development, and self-expression in students ranging from age 6 through high school. The instructor will provide age-appropriate education in a variety of visual art disciplines, including creative painting, drawing, cartooning, comic book illustration, and digital art using Procreate, while supporting the mission and values of the Fine Arts Association.
Develop and implement creative and educational visual arts curriculum for students ages 6 through high school.
Teach a variety of visual arts disciplines, including painting, drawing, cartooning, comic book creation, character design, and digital illustration using Procreate.
Adapt instructional methods and projects to meet the developmental needs and skill levels of diverse learners.
Foster a positive, inclusive, and encouraging classroom environment that promotes creativity, confidence, and artistic exploration.
Demonstrate artistic techniques and provide constructive feedback to support student growth and achievement.
Prepare lesson plans, organize materials, and maintain a clean, safe, and well-equipped classroom and studio environment.
Supervise students during classes, workshops, camps, exhibitions, and special events to ensure safety and appropriate behavior.
Communicate effectively with students, parents, guardians, and Fine Arts Association staff regarding program expectations and student progress, when appropriate.
Assist in the planning and presentation of student artwork for exhibits, showcases, and community events.
Maintain attendance records and other documentation as required by the Fine Arts Association.
Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities as requested.
Support the mission, values, policies, and procedures of the Fine Arts Association.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Art Education, Illustration, Graphic Design, Digital Arts, or a related field preferred.
Previous experience teaching visual arts to children and adolescents required.
Demonstrated proficiency in traditional visual arts techniques, including drawing and painting.
Experience or proficiency in cartooning, comic book illustration, and character design preferred.
Experience using Procreate and digital illustration tools preferred.
Ability to engage and motivate students of varying ages, abilities, and artistic backgrounds.
Strong classroom management, organizational, and communication skills.
Commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and families.
