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2D Animation Instructor

PART-TIME 2D ANIMATION INSTRUCTOR

Bring Ideas to Life. Teach the Art of Animation. Inspire Young Creators.

Location: 3020 Hilltop Mall Rd, San Pablo, CA 94806
Start Date: September 28, 2026
Pay: $25–$40/hour, based on experience
Position: Part-Time | In-Person

🎬 Bring Stories to Life

We’re looking for an enthusiastic 2D Animation Instructor to introduce high school students to the creative world of animation.

You’ll guide students through the fundamentals of 2D animation while giving them hands-on opportunities to create characters, develop stories, and bring their ideas to life. Students will explore concepts such as movement, timing, storytelling, character design, and animation techniques through engaging projects.

You don't need to be a professional animator or experienced classroom teacher. If you have experience with 2D animation, digital art, illustration, or related creative work and enjoy helping young people create, you may be a great fit.

Curriculum guidance and instructional materials are provided, giving you a structured foundation while leaving room for your creativity and teaching style.

🎯 What You'll Do

Lead engaging, hands-on 2D animation sessions
Introduce students to fundamental animation concepts and techniques
Teach principles such as movement, timing, sequencing, and visual storytelling
Guide students through creating characters, scenes, and short animations
Demonstrate animation techniques and creative workflows clearly
Help students turn ideas and stories into animated projects
Encourage experimentation, creativity, and individual artistic expression
Provide guidance on digital tools and animation software as needed
Help students troubleshoot creative and technical challenges
Adapt instruction to different skill levels and learning styles
Provide constructive feedback and celebrate student progress
Create a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative classroom environment
Communicate professionally with program coordinators and school staff
Arrive prepared, dependable, and ready to inspire young creators

🌟 What We're Looking For

You don't need to be a professional animator or traditional teacher. We're looking for someone who can make animation approachable, creative, and exciting for high school students.

You may be a great fit if you have:

Experience with 2D animation, digital art, illustration, or related creative work
Familiarity with animation software or digital creative tools
A strong understanding of basic animation concepts
An ability to explain creative and technical concepts clearly
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Patience, creativity, and an encouraging personality
Comfort leading and engaging groups of students
A willingness to experiment and help students develop their own ideas
Reliability, professionalism, and a positive attitude

Teaching experience is a plus, but not required. Experience in animation, illustration, graphic design, game development, filmmaking, digital art, tutoring, mentoring, camps, or youth programs is helpful.

Animators, digital artists, illustrators, designers, animation students, film students, college students, recent graduates, aspiring educators, and creative professionals are all encouraged to apply.

💡 Why You'll Love This Role

Competitive Pay: Earn $25–$40/hour, based on experience and qualifications.
Curriculum Support: Get teaching materials and guidance, so you don't have to build lessons from scratch.
Hands-On Creativity: Help students create their own animated characters, stories, and projects.
Meaningful Work: Give young creators practical creative and digital skills while helping them develop confidence.
Build Valuable Experience: Develop skills in teaching, communication, classroom leadership, and youth development.
Creative Freedom: Bring your own artistic perspective and help students discover their creative voice.

🎨 This Role Could Be a Great Fit If You Are

A 2D animator
A digital artist or illustrator
A graphic designer
A game artist or game developer
A film or animation student
A college student or recent graduate
An animation or art instructor
An aspiring teacher or educator
A creative professional looking for meaningful part-time work
A mentor, camp instructor, or youth leader with creative experience
Someone who simply loves animation and enjoys helping others create

Ready to Bring Ideas to Life?

If you have experience with 2D animation or digital art, enjoy working with high school students, and can bring creativity and enthusiasm to the classroom, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help students turn their ideas into animated stories while building creative skills, confidence, and a passion for animation.