$20/hour
1471 Walnut Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266, USA
About Us: Alyce’s Art Studio is a renowned art school specializing in fine art drawing and painting for children and teens. Since our establishment in 2011, we've enriched the lives of thousands of young artists in the South Bay. What sets us apart is our contemporary approach to fine art education, emphasizing creativity and community. Position Overview: We're on the lookout for a dynamic and passionate Part-Time Art Teacher to join our dedicated team. As an Art Teacher at Alyce's Art Studio, you'll have the opportunity to inspire and guide young artists while fostering a sense of belonging within our creative community. Responsibilities: -Lead fine art drawing and painting classes for children and teens in small groups. -Adapt curriculum to meet developmental needs. -Participate in studio organization, maintenance, and clean-up. -Interact with parents to strengthen our artistic community. -Be available for occasional weekend events and parties. -Collaborate with fellow staff to run Sunday birthday parties. Requirements: -Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children. -Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) or equivalent educational background. -Proficiency in both realistic and imaginative drawing and painting. -Advanced knowledge of traditional fine art media, including graphite pencils, pen and ink, watercolor, oil pastels, colored pencils, markers, chalk pastels, charcoal, oil paint, and acrylic paint. -Excellent communication skills and customer service acumen. -Team player mentality with the ability to maintain an energetic and upbeat teaching pace. -Willingness to learn and implement our teaching methodology and curriculum. -Reliable transportation with a recommended commute time of less than 20 minutes each way. -Must be able to pass a background check. -Authorization to work in the US. -Commitment to a one-year tenure. Schedule: -Studio operates Monday through Saturday, with immediate availability for part-time -Two-week training period. -Saturdays from 9:15 am to 3:45 pm are required. Perks: -24 hour sick pay -1 week paid vacation after 1 year of employment -Paid day off for your birthday -Paid lunch and teacher training every 6 weeks -Opportunities to do commissions and sell and display personal artwork -Opportunities to teach art parties for additional hours and pay How to Apply: -Interested and qualified candidates should submit the following documents via email: -Cover letter detailing your background and why you chose Alyce's Art Studio. -Resume highlighting relevant work experience. -Examples of your artwork demonstrating your ability to draw and paint realistically. Please note: No phone calls. Resumes will be reviewed and responded to based on qualifications. Join our fun, friendly, and unique art school where you'll be an essential part of our team, dedicated to sharing the joy of creating with students and their families. If you meet the requirements outlined above, we encourage you to apply and become part of our artistic family at Alyce’s Art Studio.