Art Instructor

Art Instructor — Part-Time / Flexible

Creative Art & Design is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Art Instructor to teach engaging arts and crafts classes for children, teens, and individuals with diverse learning needs.

This is a flexible opportunity for an artist or art educator who enjoys teaching, encouraging creativity, and helping students build confidence through hands-on art experiences.

Position Details

• Job Type: Part-time / Flexible
• Location: Central New Jersey and Online
• Pay:
  • $40/hour — In-Person Classes
  • $20/hour — Online Classes
• Flexible weekday, after-school, evening, and/or weekend opportunities may be available.

What You'll Do

• Teach engaging, age-appropriate arts and crafts classes
• Guide students through painting, drawing, mixed media, crafts, and other creative projects
• Adapt projects based on students' interests, abilities, and skill levels
• Create a positive, patient, encouraging, and inclusive learning environment
• Help students develop creativity, confidence, artistic skills, and independence
• Prepare and organize projects and lesson activities
• Communicate professionally with students, families, and program coordinators

What We're Looking For

• Experience teaching art, arts and crafts, or other creative programs
• Strong art and craft skills
• Patient, dependable, positive, and comfortable working with different age groups and abilities
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to independently lead engaging art activities
• Reliable transportation for in-person classes in Central New Jersey

Experience working with individuals with special needs or developmental disabilities is a plus, but not required.

Students, recent graduates, teaching artists, art educators, and candidates with backgrounds in Fine Arts, Art Education, Design, Illustration, Crafts, or related creative fields are encouraged to apply.

What You'll Gain

This position offers an opportunity to:

• Gain hands-on teaching experience
• Build experience working with diverse learners
• Develop lesson planning and classroom leadership skills
• Expand your professional art education portfolio
• Make a meaningful impact through creativity and art

How to Apply

Please submit your resume along with a brief introduction about your art background and teaching experience.

If available, you may also include a portfolio, website, or examples of your artwork and/or student projects.

We welcome creative candidates from diverse backgrounds who are passionate about making art accessible, enjoyable, and meaningful for every student.